American English pronunciation
How to pronounce constables
IPA transcription: ['kɑnstəbəlz]
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Noun
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a lawman with less authority and jurisdiction than a sheriff
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English landscape painter (1776-1837)
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a police officer of the lowest rank
Usage examples
- The first chief was Jack Ingram, who supervised two constables.
- About eight next morning I witnessed the arrival of two constables and a sergeant.
- He is first seen instructing his constables on their duties.