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- pronunciation:
- p
lis
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
- features:
- Word Builder, Word Explorer, Word Parts
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
a department of a town, city, or state government that has the power to enforce laws, investigate crimes, and keep order.
She called the police when she saw someone break into the bank.
- similar words:
- law
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| definition 2: |
the members of such a department.
The police taught us about bicycle safety. |
| related words: |
authority |
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| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
polices, policing, policed |
| definition: |
to control, keep safe, or cause to obey the law.
Security guards policed the grounds of the White House. |
| related words: |
censor |
Word Builder: police +
- police car:
a car in which police officers drive while they are working.
- policeman:
a man who is a member of the police.
- police officer:
a person who is a member of the police.
- police station:
the office of the police in a certain area.
- policewoman:
a woman who is a member of the police.
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