Constabulary

Pronunciation: /kənˈstæbjəˌlɛri/

Definitions of constabulary

noun a body of police officers, especially in a particular district

Example Sentences

A1 The constabulary in this small town is very friendly and helpful.

A2 The constabulary is responsible for maintaining law and order in the community.

B1 The constabulary conducted a thorough investigation into the robbery.

B2 The constabulary's swift action led to the capture of the suspect.

C1 The constabulary's dedication to serving and protecting the public is commendable.

C2 The constabulary's professionalism and efficiency are highly regarded in the region.

Examples of constabulary in a Sentence

formal The constabulary was praised for their swift response to the crime.

informal The local constabulary is always patrolling the neighborhood.

slang I heard the constabulary busted a party last night.

figurative The constabulary of thoughts in his mind kept him from making any rash decisions.

Grammatical Forms of constabulary

• past tense: constabularied
• plural: constabularies
• comparative: more constabulary
• superlative: most constabulary
• present tense: constabulary
• future tense: will constabulary
• perfect tense: have constabularied
• continuous tense: is constabulary
• singular: constabulary
• positive degree: constabulary
• infinitive: to constabulary
• gerund: constablurying
• participle: constabulary

Origin and Evolution of constabulary

First Known Use: 1400 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'constabulary' originates from the Middle English term 'constablerie' which comes from the Old French word 'conestablie' meaning the office of a constable.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to the jurisdiction or area under the control of a constable, the term 'constabulary' has evolved to primarily mean the police force of a particular area or district.