constable

• 名词，指最低级别的警察；历史上也指负责维持城镇或教区秩序的官员。

A noun referring to a police officer of the lowest rank, or historically, an official responsible for maintaining order in a town or parish.

1. B1formalbritish

   A police officer of the lowest rank, especially in the UK and some Commonwealth countries.

   警员

   • The constable patrolled the streets every evening.
   • A constable arrived at the scene of the accident.
   • She reported the theft to the local constable.

   同义词bobbycopperofficerpolice constablepolice officer

2. Historical officialC1formalbritish

   In medieval times, a high-ranking officer in a royal household or military commander of a castle.

   治安官

   • The constable of the castle commanded the garrison.
   • King John appointed a new constable to oversee the fortress.
   • The constable was responsible for maintaining order in the town.

   同义词warden