lawman
Lawman (noun) means a law-enforcement officer, especially in a Western or frontier setting. Example: “The old lawman had cleaned up three towns before he retired.”
How to use lawman
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA sheriff, marshal, or other officer who enforces the law.
Word forms
lawmen plural
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The old _____ had cleaned up three towns before he retired.
Etymology
From Old English lahmann, ultimately from Old Norse lǫgmaðr — "law" plus "man."
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “lawman” mean?
The word “lawman” means a law-enforcement officer, especially in a Western or frontier setting. In plain terms, a sheriff, marshal, or other officer who enforces the law.
How do you pronounce “lawman”?
“Lawman” is pronounced LAW-man (/ˈlɔmæn/ in IPA).
How do you use “lawman” in a sentence?
Here is “lawman” used in a sentence: “The old lawman had cleaned up three towns before he retired.”
What part of speech is “lawman”?
“Lawman” is a noun.
Where does the word “lawman” come from?
The word “lawman” comes from Old English. From Old English lahmann, ultimately from Old Norse lǫgmaðr — "law" plus "man.".