policeofficer

noun
UK /pəˈliːs ˌɒfɪsə/
US /pəˈliːs ˌɔːfɪsər/

A police officer is a person whose job is to keep people safe and make sure everyone follows the rules.

The police officer helped the lost child find her parents.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A member of a police force who investigates crimes.

The police officer questioned the witnesses at the scene.

3. A person who enforces traffic laws on roads.

A police officer stopped the car for speeding.

4. A community helper who directs crowds and keeps order at events.

The police officer waved the fans toward the correct gate.