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police officer
noun
: a person whose job is to enforce laws, investigate crimes, and make arrests : a member of the police
Full Definition of POLICE OFFICER
: a member of a police force
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First Known Use of POLICE OFFICER
1797
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police officer
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Definition of POLICE OFFICER for Kids
: a member of a police force
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