policewoman
Definition
- Noun:
- A female police officer: A woman who is a member of a police force, authorized to enforce the law, prevent crime, and maintain public order.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The policewoman directed traffic at the busy intersection.
- A brave policewoman received an award for her service to the community.
- She decided to become a policewoman to help people in her neighborhood.
Advanced Usage
- The term is a gender-specific compound noun. In modern, inclusive language, the gender-neutral term police officer is often preferred in formal and official contexts.
- The police officer, a woman with ten years of experience, handled the situation calmly.
Variants and Related Words
- Police officer (n): The standard, gender-neutral term for a member of a police force.
- Policeman (n): A male police officer.
- Officer (n): A common short form for a police officer.
- Constable (n): A specific rank or term for a police officer in some countries.
Synonyms
- Officer: A member of a police force.
- Law enforcement officer: A formal term for someone employed to enforce laws.
Related Phrases
- To be in uniform: Refers to being on duty as a police officer.
- You can ask that policewoman for directions; she's in uniform.
Noun
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a woman policeman
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