police officer
Americannoun
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police officers
plural
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any policeman or policewoman; patrolman or patrolwoman.
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a person having officer rank on a police force.
noun
Other Word Forms
Noun Inflected Forms
Etymology
Origin of police officer
First recorded in 1790–1800
Example Sentences
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A dad who suffered a cardiac arrest and collapsed in a shop said his 12-year-old son could have lost his dad if a "hero" off-duty police officer had not saved him.
From BBC ● Oct. 29, 2026
“Nevada was escorted out ... for being the best 3 year old in the world today,” read the video caption, which included a police officer emoji, raised hands and reference to a Bible chapter.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 27, 2026
Former police officer Bridie Anderson, who now supports victims of police-perpetrated abuse, says officers can use the trust and authority that comes with their badge to exert power over victims.
From BBC ● Oct. 22, 2026
A police officer had allegedly previously warned Rezmives and his son that it was illegal to ride an e-motorcycle on city streets.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 22, 2026
As the girls struggled to answer all the questions of the smiling police officer, Jinjoo knew why she didn’t like him.
From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh
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