policemen

Meanings

• noun

  A law enforcement officer; a person authorized to maintain order, protect property, and enforce the law.

• noun

  A person who enforces or administers rules, especially one employed in the civil service.

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Synonyms

policeman , rubber policeman , police officer

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Rhymes

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crime scene , dream scene , serene , supreme , scene

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Variants

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policeman , policemen

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Etymology

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From Old French policien, from politique, from polir, to polish, from polis, a city.

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Trivia

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1. The first recorded use of the term 'policeman' was in 1769.

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

3. The first female police officer in the United States was Kate Winslow, who joined the Dedham, Massachusetts, police force in 1910.

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Related Concepts

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1. law enforcement: The enforcement of laws by authorized officers.

2. criminal justice system: The system of courts, laws, and agencies that deal with crime and the punishment of offenders.

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Culture

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Policemen have been portrayed in various forms of media, including literature, film, and television. They are often depicted as heroes who protect and serve their communities. In some cultures, policemen may wear distinctive uniforms and carry specific equipment, such as batons or guns.

How to Memorize "policemen"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person wearing a police uniform, carrying a baton or gun, and driving a patrol car.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'policemen' with the concept of law and order.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'P-O-L-I-C-E-M-E-N' to remember the word: 'Protecting Our Lives In Communities Every Moment'.

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