Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

strip-search

noun

/ˈstrɪp sɜːrtʃ/

Definition

A thorough search conducted on a person, usually by law enforcement, where the individual is required to remove some or all of their clothing to ensure they are not concealing illegal items.

Examples

After being taken into custody, the suspect was subject to a strip-search to ensure they weren’t hiding anything dangerous.
The prison has strict policies regarding when a strip-search can be performed on inmates.

Meaning

Strip-searching is primarily used in security settings to check for weapons, drugs, or other contraband that someone could be hiding under their clothing.