Mounted Policeman

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Pronunciation: /ˈmaʊntɪd ˈpɑlɪsmən/

Definitions of mounted policeman

noun A person who is a member of a police force and rides a horse while on duty

Example Sentences

A1 The mounted policeman patrolled the park on horseback.

A2 The mounted policeman helped direct traffic during the parade.

B1 The mounted policeman assisted in crowd control at the football match.

B2 The mounted policeman was praised for his quick response in apprehending the suspect.

C1 The mounted policeman's training and experience made him a valuable asset to the police force.

C2 The mounted policeman's presence at the event added a sense of authority and security.

Examples of mounted policeman in a Sentence

formal The mounted policeman patrolled the park on horseback.

informal Did you see the mounted policeman riding through town?

slang The mounted cop on the horse looked pretty cool.

figurative The mounted policeman was like a knight in shining armor, protecting the city.

Grammatical Forms of mounted policeman

plural

mounted policemen

comparative

more mounted policeman

superlative

most mounted policeman

present tense

mounts policeman

future tense

will mount policeman

perfect tense

has mounted policeman

continuous tense

is mounting policeman

singular

mounted policeman

positive degree

mounted policeman

infinitive

to mount policeman

gerund

mounting policeman

participle

mounted policeman

Origin and Evolution of mounted policeman

First Known Use: 1805 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The term 'mounted policeman' originated in England during the 19th century.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to police officers on horseback, the term 'mounted policeman' has evolved to encompass any law enforcement officer who patrols on horseback, regardless of gender or specific title.