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constable

/kɒnˈsteɪbəl/ noun · British & US
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What does constable mean?

noun

A police officer, especially one of the lowest rank in a police force. A high-ranking official in a county or shire, responsible for the administration of justice.

Example

"The constable was responsible for maintaining law and order in the small town."

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