rcmp
Definition
Proper noun The Royal Canadian Mounted Police; the federal and national police service of Canada, and one of its most recognized symbols. It provides policing at the federal level and, under contract, in many provinces and municipalities.
Usage
The term "RCMP" is used as a singular proper noun to refer to the organization as a whole. It is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts.
Examples
- The RCMP is investigating the incident.
- She has served in the RCMP for over twenty years.
- The suspect was apprehended by the RCMP.
Advanced Usage
- "RCMP officer": A member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.
- An RCMP officer gave a presentation at our school.
- "RCMP detachment": A local office or station of the RCMP.
- You can report the theft at the local RCMP detachment.
Variants and Related Words
- Mountie (noun, informal): A common informal term for a member of the RCMP.
- The Mountie in the red serge uniform is an iconic image.
- Royal Canadian Mounted Police (proper noun): The full, formal name of the organization.
Synonyms
- Federal police (noun phrase): A general term for a national police force.
- National police (noun phrase): A general term for a country's primary police service.
Noun
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the federal police force of Canada
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