Patrolwomen: meaning, definitions and examples
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patrolwomen
[ pəˈtroʊlˌwɪmɪn ]
law enforcement
Patrolwomen are female police officers who are part of a patrol unit, responsible for monitoring and maintaining public order. They perform all the general duties of police officers, including responding to calls, conducting traffic stops, and investigating incidents.
Synonyms
cop, female officer, law enforcement officer, policewoman
Examples of usage
- The patrolwomen arrived quickly at the scene of the accident.
- Patrolwomen play a crucial role in community policing.
- The city hired more patrolwomen to improve safety in neighborhoods.
Translations
Translations of the word "patrolwomen" in other languages:
🇵🇹 policiais femininas
🇮🇳 गश्ती महिला
🇩🇪 Polizistinnen
🇮🇩 polisi wanita
🇺🇦 жінки-патрульні
🇵🇱 policjantki
🇯🇵 女性パトロール
🇫🇷 femmes patrouilleuses
🇪🇸 mujeres de patrulla
🇹🇷 kadın devriye
🇰🇷 여성 순경
🇸🇦 شرطيات دوريات
🇨🇿 policistky
🇸🇰 policajtky
🇨🇳 女巡警
🇸🇮 ženske policistke
🇮🇸 konur í lögreglu
🇰🇿 әйел патрульдер
🇬🇪 ქალთა პატრულები
🇦🇿 qadın patrul
🇲🇽 mujeres de patrulla
Etymology
The term 'patrolwoman' is a compound of 'patrol' and 'woman.' The word 'patrol' has its origins in the Middle French word 'patrouille,' which referred to a group engaged in watching or guarding. Over time, it evolved in English to refer to the act of walking through an area, especially for security or monitoring purposes. The word 'woman' originates from Old English 'wīfmann,' where 'wīf' means 'female' and 'mann' means 'human.' The combination of these words began to take shape in the 20th century as women increasingly entered the police force, particularly during and after World War II. As societal views shifted regarding women's roles in the workforce, including in law enforcement, the term 'patrolwoman' became common to describe female officers specifically engaged in patrol duties. This evolution reflects broader changes toward gender equality and the recognition of women's capabilities in various professional fields.