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lawmen

/ˈlɔːmɛn/ noun · British & US
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What does lawmen mean?

noun

A lawman is a man who enforces the law, typically a police officer or a sheriff. The term is often used in the American West to refer to a law enforcement officer.

Example

"The lawmen rode into town to restore order and bring the outlaws to justice."

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