L'agent de police
Example: L'agent de police a arrêté le voleur rapidement hier soir.
Definition
"L'agent de police" refers to a police officer responsible for maintaining public order, preventing crime, and enforcing laws. This individual often patrols neighborhoods, responds to emergencies, and assists in investigations, ensuring the safety and security of the community.
Etymology
The term "l'agent de police" originates from French, where "agent" means an official representative or officer, and "police" derives from the Greek 'polis,' meaning city. Together, they describe a city official tasked with enforcing laws and keeping peace. Did you know? The word 'agent' in this context implies authority and responsibility.
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"L'agent de police" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Security - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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