strip-search

[strip-surch]

verb (used with object)

to search (a suspect who has been required to remove all clothing) especially for concealed weapons, contraband, or evidence of drug abuse.

strip search

noun

an act or instance of strip-searching.

Also called skin search.

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At the time, the TSA claimed it did not strip-search, but later admitted wrongdoing.
TSA Detains Rand Paul and Other Airport Scandals
April 26, 2012

British Dictionary definitions for strip-search

strip-search

verb

(tr) (of police, customs officials, etc) to strip (a prisoner or suspect) naked to search him or her for contraband, narcotics, etc

noun

a search that involves stripping a person naked

Derived Formsstrip-searching, noun

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