Definition
纠察 is a verb meaning 'to maintain order at a public gathering' or 'to picket'. It is often used in the context of protests, marches, or large events where someone is assigned to keep things orderly. The word can also function as a noun (disciplinary officer, picket), but the primary use as a verb is what you'll encounter most. In Chinese, it's a formal term, common in news and official reports.
v.
to maintain order (at a public gathering or event)to picket
Examples
- 纠察。Jǐngchá zài yóuxíng duìwu pángbiān jiū chá zhìxù.The police maintained order alongside the parade.
- 纠察。Gōnghuì pài le jǐ ge rén qù gōngchǎng ménkǒu jiū chá.The union sent a few people to picket at the factory gate.
- 纠察。Zhè cì huódòng xūyào zhìyuànzhě fùzé jiū chá gōngzuò.This event needs volunteers to be responsible for maintaining order.
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