antiriot
/ˌæntiˈraɪət/
adjective
- Designed or used to prevent or control a violent public disturbance (a riot).
- The police wore antiriot helmets and carried shields during the protest.
- The city purchased new antiriot vehicles to handle large crowds safely.
- Antiriot training teaches officers how to de-escalate tense situations.
noun
- A substance, device, or measure used to prevent or stop a riot.
- The store installed metal barriers as an antiriot to protect its windows.
- The government approved the use of tear gas as an antiriot.
- Water cannons are a common antiriot used by police in many countries.