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Police
01
(plural) an organization that catches thieves, killers, etc. and makes sure everyone follows rules
Example
He learned about the different departments within the police organization.
I called the police hotline to report a suspicious activity.
She called the police to report a noise disturbance in her neighborhood.
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(plural) a group of people whose job is to catch thieves, killers, etc. and make sure everyone follows rules
Example
She felt safer knowing that the police were patrolling the neighborhood.
She thanked the police for their quick response in handling the emergency situation.
The police apprehended the thief and recovered the stolen items.
to police
01
to oversee and enforce laws, regulations, or safety measures in a specific area, typically carried out by law enforcement or responsible authorities
Transitive: to police an area
Example
The officers diligently police the neighborhood to ensure community safety.
Law enforcement agencies are responsible for policing their jurisdiction.
The security team works to police the premises and prevent unauthorized access.
