What is swat meaning?

SWAT stands for Special Weapons and Tactics. It is a specialized law enforcement unit in the United States, typically used for high-risk operations such as hostage rescue, counter-terrorism, and high-risk arrests. SWAT personnel are highly trained in techniques such as close quarters combat, marksmanship, and breaching tactics. The use of SWAT teams has grown significantly since the 1960s and 1970s, when police departments developed specialized teams to deal with violent and potentially dangerous situations. Today, most major police departments have a SWAT team or access to one through a regional task force.