police

Definitions of "police"
  1. The act of monitoring, controlling, or keeping order, primarily done as part of an official responsibility
  2. The act of supervising and implementing rules to maintain the order and well-being of a political entity and its people
  3. The division of a government or another establishment responsible for preserving order, ensuring safety, and implementing laws
  4. Individuals who are part of a force whose duties include maintaining order and law enforcement
How to use "police" in a sentence
  1. The city council decided to increase funding for the police to handle the recent increase in crime.
  2. Various community groups responded to the police's call for cooperation in promoting neighborhood safety.
  3. In response to a bank robbery, the police quickly cordoned off several streets as they searched for the suspects.

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