noun A2 Elementary

policewoman

Policewoman (noun) means a female member of a police force. Example: “The policewoman took a detailed statement from the witness.”

noun

A female member of a police force.

"The policewoman took a detailed statement from the witness."

How to use policewoman

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA female police officer.

When to use it

Modern style guides often prefer the gender-neutral "police officer" unless the person's gender is specifically relevant.

policewomen plural

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The _____ took a detailed statement from the witness.

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What does “policewoman” mean?

The word “policewoman” means a female member of a police force. In plain terms, a female police officer.

How do you use “policewoman” in a sentence?

Here is “policewoman” used in a sentence: “The policewoman took a detailed statement from the witness.”

What part of speech is “policewoman”?

“Policewoman” is a noun.

What is the meaning of policewoman?

"policewoman" (noun) means a female member of a police force.

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