constables

UK
/ˈkɒnstəblz/
US
/ˈkɑnstəblz/

Translations

constablenoun

constables

pl

constables
pl
UK
/ˈkɒnstəbl/
US
/ˈkɑnstəbl/
agent de police
The constable patrolled the neighborhood to ensure the safety of the residents.
L'agent de police patrouillait dans le quartier pour assurer la sécurité des habitants.
Additional translations
connétableSens historique.
Synonyms
police officer
law enforcement officer
peace officer
constableverb

constables

constabled
Past Simple
constabled
Past Participle
constabling
Gerund
Rare; chiefly British. Denotes the act of policing or providing with constables.
Additional translations
policerEmploi rare.

Definitions

constablenoun
A police officer, typically one ranking below a sergeant.
The constable patrolled the neighborhood to ensure the safety of the residents.
A peace officer with limited policing authority, typically in a small town.
The village constable was well-known for his dedication to the community.
An officer of the peace in medieval times, often responsible for maintaining order and overseeing the king's interests.
The constable of the castle was tasked with ensuring the security of the fortress.
constableverb
To police, patrol, or maintain order in (an area or event) as a constable; to provide with constables.
The music festival was constabled by officers from three counties.