Surveillance Definition & Meaning

surveillance
noun
  1. close observation of a person or group (usually by the police)

"Surveillance" in song lyrics

See how surveillance is used in real songs:

  • "Barbarian, alien under surveillance"
    7L & Esoteric — Essays on Esoterrorism
  • "24-hour surveillance"
    Busdriver — Imaginary Places
  • "Heavy police occupation, got us all under surveillance"
    Capital-X — From the Frontlines

Usage tips for "surveillance"

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