What is another word for strip-search?

Pronunciation: [stɹˈɪpsˈɜːt͡ʃ] (IPA)

Strip-search is a term that refers to a highly controversial and invasive practice of inspecting a person's body thoroughly, which often involves having them remove their clothes. Some synonyms for strip-search are body search, cavity search, frisking, and full-body pat-down. These terms are often used interchangeably with strip-search, depending on the context and level of severity of the search procedure. While strip-searches may be necessary in certain situations, such as in prisons or airports, it remains a highly debated practice due to the potential infringement of human rights, invasion of privacy, and psychological trauma that it may cause.

Synonyms for Strip-search:

  • v.

    contact
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What are the hypernyms for Strip-search?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    body search, body cavity search, frisk search.

What are the hyponyms for Strip-search?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for strip-search (as verbs)

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