This is the 2487th most frequent German word.
streife
"Streife" means "patrol" or "stripe" in English, depending on the context.
The word 'streife' is used as part of the verb 'streifen', meaning 'to roam'. It visibly expresses the act of wandering or roaming around.
Ich streife durch den Wald und genieße die frische Luft.
I roam through the forest and enjoy the fresh air.
Here 'Streife' is utilised as a noun meaning 'patrol'. It refers clearly to a systematic surveillance performed by police officers.
Die Polizisten machen ihre Streife durch die Stadt.
The police officers are on their patrol through the city.
In this case, 'streift' is a conjugation of the verb 'streifen', meaning 'to brush against', indicating a gentle touching motion.