Policeman: meaning, definitions and examples
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policeman
[ ˈpɒlɪsmən ]
occupation
A policeman is a male or female member of a police force, responsible for enforcing the law and maintaining public order.
Synonyms
cop, law enforcement officer, police officer
Examples of usage
- The policeman arrested the thief.
- She has been working as a policeman for ten years.
- The policeman helped the lost child find her parents.
informal
In informal contexts, a policeman is often used to refer to a male police officer.
Synonyms
cop, law enforcement officer, police officer
Examples of usage
- The policeman directed the traffic during the parade.
- Ask the policeman for directions to the nearest police station.
Translations
Translations of the word "policeman" in other languages:
🇵🇹 policial
🇮🇳 पुलिसवाला
🇩🇪 Polizist
🇮🇩 polisi
🇺🇦 поліцейський
🇵🇱 policjant
🇯🇵 警察官 (けいさつかん)
🇫🇷 policier
🇪🇸 policía
🇹🇷 polis memuru
🇰🇷 경찰관 (gyeongchalgwan)
🇸🇦 شرطي (shurṭi)
🇨🇿 policista
🇸🇰 policajt
🇨🇳 警察 (jǐngchá)
🇸🇮 policist
🇮🇸 lögreglumaður
🇰🇿 полиция қызметкері
🇬🇪 პოლიციელი (politsi'eli)
🇦🇿 polis
🇲🇽 policía
Word origin
The term 'policeman' originated in the early 19th century, combining 'police' and 'man'. It has been widely used to refer to members of law enforcement agencies around the world. The role of a policeman has evolved over time, adapting to changing societal needs and advancements in technology.
See also: policemen, policewoman.