Police
[pəˈliːs]
The meaning and definition of Police, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.
Definition
verb
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To enforce the law and keep order among (a group).
“Extra security was hired to police the crowd at the big game.”
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To enforce norms or standards upon.
“to police a person's identity”
noun
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A civil force granted the legal authority for law enforcement and maintaining public order.
“Call the police!”
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People who seek to enforce norms or standards.
“thought police”
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