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Constable
01
an official responsible for maintaining law and order in a specific district or community
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Human
Composition
Simple
Countable
Plural form
constables
Examples
Rural constables serve as the primary point of contact for law enforcement in remote areas, providing assistance and support to residents.
02
a police officer of the lowest rank, responsible for patrolling specific areas and enforcing laws within a jurisdiction
Dialect
British
BritishExamples
The constable patrolled the streets diligently, keeping a watchful eye on the neighborhood.
