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constable

UK
/ˈkɒnstəbl/
US
/ˈkɑnstəbl/

Translations

constablenoun
constables
pl
UK
/ˈkɒnstəbl/
US
/ˈkɑnstəbl/
The constable patrolled the streets every night.
Констебль патрулировал улицы каждую ночь.
Synonyms
officer
police officer
law enforcement officer
peace officer
sheriff
deputy
marshal
constableverb
constabled
Past Simple
constabled
Past Participle
constabling
Gerund
Rare; chiefly British. Denotes the act of policing or providing with constables.
constableadjective
more constable
Comp.
most constable
Super.
Attributive use: relating to constables or their duties.

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.
constableadjective
Relating to, characteristic of, or carried out by a constable (police officer).
Constable duties are set out in the Police Act.
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