crime-fighter
nounUK /ˈkraɪmˌfaɪtə/
US /ˈkraɪmˌfaɪtər/
A person who works to stop bad people who break the law.
The brave crime-fighter caught the thief before he could run away.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A superhero who battles villains and criminals.
In the comic book, the crime-fighter wore a cape and chased robbers across the city.
3. A tool or device designed to prevent or detect illegal activity.
The new security camera acts as a silent crime-fighter for the neighborhood.
4. A group or organization dedicated to reducing crime.
The community crime-fighter team patrolled the streets every evening.