Synonyms for
Constable
Definition
A constable is a police officer of the lowest rank, typically one whose duty is to patrol a particular area on foot.
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Common collocations
- police constable
- special constable
- chief constable
- local constable
- acting constable
- honorary constable
- constable on duty
Word family
noun constable
adjective constabulary
Usage note
Constable is a rank in some police forces, particularly in the UK and Commonwealth countries. It is generally a lower rank, often the entry-level position. In older contexts, it could also refer to a high-ranking official in a royal household or a medieval officer of state.
Example sentences
- The constable helped the lost little girl find her way home.
- The constable arrested the man who stole the purse from the old lady.
- The constable worked hard to keep the peace in the town.
- The constable was recognized for his bravery in stopping a robbery.
- The constable was on duty all night and didn't get much sleep.
Quotes
The constable may have his own troubles, but he lays them aside to comfort his fellow man.
A constable is a man who keeps order without a gun. That's why you'll never hear of 'English constable shoots man.'
In England, a dogma has become a tradition, namely, that a policeman's job is to prevent crime and disorder. So his job is to chase boys on bicycles.