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- DictionaryNeigh·bor·hood watch/ˈnābərˌho͝od wäCH/
noun
- 1. a program of systematic local vigilance by residents of a neighborhood to discourage crime, especially burglary.
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A neighborhood watch or neighbourhood watch (see spelling differences), also called a crime watch or neighbourhood crime watch, is an organized group of civilians devoted to crime and vandalism prevention within a neighborhood. The aim of neighborhood watch includes educating residents of a community on security and safety and achieving safe and secure neighborhoods. However, when a criminal activ... Wikipedia