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Cybercop
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someone who monitors or enforces rules on online behavior, either officially or jokingly
Slang
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Human
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
cybercops
What does "cybercop" mean in internet slang?
It is a blend of "cyber" and "cop," used to describe someone who aggressively polices online spaces by enforcing rules or lecturing others on proper behavior. People typically use it as a mild insult for overzealous users who act like unofficial moderators, such as "Thanks for the warning, cybercop." The term originated in 1990s forum and chat room cultures.
Examples
That forum moderator is a real cybercop.
