policeman

Meanings

• noun

  A law enforcement officer

  - "The policeman directed traffic at the intersection."
  - "I saw a policeman writing a ticket."
  - "The policeman helped an old lady across the street."

• noun

  A person who enforces or maintains the law

  - "The judge appointed a policeman to ensure order in the courtroom."
  - "The policeman arrested the thief."
  - "The policeman gave a warning to the speeding driver."

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Pronunciation

1. /pəˈliːsmən/
   
   
   
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2. /pəˈliːsmən/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

policeman , rubber policeman , police officer

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with policeman
crime scene , politeness , serene , dream scene , machine

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Variants

List of all variants of policeman that leads to same result
policeman , policemen

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Etymology

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From the Middle English word 'policien', meaning to govern, regulate, or control.

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Trivia

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1. The first modern police force was established in London, England, in 1829.

2. The New York City Police Department is the largest police department in the United States.

3. The term 'policeman' comes from the Latin word 'policium', meaning 'citizen' or 'townspeople'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Law enforcement: The system and practices employed to enforce laws and maintain public order.

2. Crime: An act or omission that constitutes an offense or transgression against law.

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Culture

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In literature, the policeman is often portrayed as a symbol of law and order, representing the authority and power of the state. In art, images of policemen are common in depictions of urban life and crime scenes. In music, songs about policemen often explore themes of law enforcement, crime, and justice.

How to Memorize "policeman"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person wearing a police uniform, carrying a baton and a handcuff.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'policeman' with the words 'law', 'order', and 'protection'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Please Offer Lots Of Courage And Help' to remember the word 'policeman'.

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