gendarme
What is another word for gendarme? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A member of a military force assigned to police duties, especially in France.
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Etymology
From French gendarme, originally a back-formation from gens d'armes, "people of arms."
Full origin of gendarme →Frequently asked questions
What does “gendarme” mean?
The word “gendarme” means a member of a military force assigned to police duties, especially in France. In plain terms, a French military police officer, or a rock spire on a mountain ridge.
How do you pronounce “gendarme”?
“Gendarme” is pronounced zhon-DAHM (/ʒɑnˈdɑɹm/ in IPA).
How do you use “gendarme” in a sentence?
Here is “gendarme” used in a sentence: “A gendarme directed traffic around the accident.”
What part of speech is “gendarme”?
“Gendarme” is a noun.
Where does the word “gendarme” come from?
The word “gendarme” comes from French. From French gendarme, originally a back-formation from gens d'armes, "people of arms.".
How many meanings does “gendarme” have?
“Gendarme” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a member of a military force assigned to police duties, especially in France.
