patrolman
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for patrolman, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A police officer whose main duty is patrolling an area, rather than detective or administrative work.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From patrol plus man.
Full origin of patrolman →Frequently asked questions
What does “patrolman” mean?
The word “patrolman” means a police officer whose main duty is patrolling an area, rather than detective or administrative work. In plain terms, a police officer assigned to patrol duty.
How do you use “patrolman” in a sentence?
Here is “patrolman” used in a sentence: “The patrolman radioed in the license plate before approaching the car.”
What part of speech is “patrolman”?
“Patrolman” is a noun.