Constables: meaning, definitions and examples
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constables
[ ˈkɒnstəbəl ]
law enforcement
Constables are law enforcement officers responsible for keeping the peace and enforcing the law in a specific jurisdiction. They typically have limited powers compared to police officers and are often elected or appointed to their positions.
Synonyms
lawman, peace officer, sheriff
Examples of usage
- Constables in rural areas often handle minor disputes and serve legal documents.
- Some constables work in courtrooms to provide security and assist with law enforcement duties.
- Constables may also be involved in traffic control and crowd management during events.
Translations
Translations of the word "constables" in other languages:
🇵🇹 policiais
🇮🇳 कांस्टेबल
🇩🇪 Polizisten
🇮🇩 polisi
🇺🇦 констеблі
🇵🇱 konstablowie
🇯🇵 警官 (keikan)
🇫🇷 agents de police
🇪🇸 agentes de policía
🇹🇷 polis memurları
🇰🇷 경관 (gyeonggwan)
🇸🇦 رجال الشرطة
🇨🇿 policisté
🇸🇰 policajti
🇨🇳 警官 (jǐngguān)
🇸🇮 policisti
🇮🇸 lögreglumenn
🇰🇿 полиция қызметкерлері
🇬🇪 პოლიციელები
🇦🇿 polis əməkdaşları
🇲🇽 agentes de policía
Word origin
The term 'constable' dates back to the late 13th century and originally referred to an officer of the peace with limited policing responsibilities. The word comes from the Old French 'conestable', meaning 'steward'. Over the centuries, the role and responsibilities of constables have evolved, but they continue to play a vital role in law enforcement and maintaining public order.