motorcycle cop
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Definition
Noun: A police officer who patrols on a motorcycle, often tasked with traffic enforcement, such as monitoring vehicle speeds.
Usage
This term specifically refers to a law enforcement officer whose primary patrol vehicle is a motorcycle. It is a compound noun.
Examples
- The motorcycle cop pulled over the speeding car on the highway.
- We saw a motorcycle cop directing traffic around the accident scene.
- A motorcycle cop is often more maneuverable in heavy traffic than a patrol car.
Advanced Usage
- The term can imply a focus on traffic law enforcement, though the officer has full police authority.
- It is often used in informal or journalistic contexts.
Variants and Related Words
- Motorcycle officer: A more formal synonym.
- Motorbike cop (informal, chiefly British English): A variant using "motorbike."
- Traffic cop: A broader term for any officer specializing in traffic control, which may include motorcycle cops.
Synonyms
- Traffic officer (when context involves traffic duty)
- Motor officer
- Bike cop (informal)
Related Phrases/Idioms
No specific idioms are commonly formed with this compound noun.
Noun
- a policeman who rides a motorcycle (and who checks the speeds of motorists)