Patrolmen — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /pə-ˈtrōl-mən/ pa·trol·man

Meaning & Definition of Patrolmen

Patrolmen (noun)

  1. one who patrols; especially, a police officer assigned to a beat

Patrolmen (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in policewomen

    similar: policewomen, bobbies (British), bulls (slang), constables (chiefly British), coppers, cops, flatfeet (slang), fuzzes, gendarmes, lawmen, officers, policemen, police officers, shamuses (slang), detectives, dicks, gumshoes, hawkshaws, inspectors, investigators, plainclothesmen, sherlocks, sleuthhounds, sleuths, marshals, sheriffs, troopers, peace officers, captains, lieutenants, sergeants, constabularies, heat (slang), men, police, police forces, operatives, private detectives, private eyes, private investigators
    opposite: civilians

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Patrolmen

The most common words with a similar meaning to Patrolmen:

Slang: bulls, flatfeet, shamuses, heat
British: bobbies
Chiefly British: constables
policewomen, coppers, cops, fuzzes, gendarmes, lawmen, officers, policemen, police officers, detectives, dicks, gumshoes, hawkshaws, inspectors, investigators, plainclothesmen, sherlocks, sleuthhounds, sleuths, marshals, sheriffs, troopers, peace officers, captains, lieutenants, sergeants, constabularies, men, police, police forces, operatives, private detectives, private eyes, private investigators

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Patrolmen

Words with the opposite meaning of Patrolmen:

civilians

Origin & Etymology of Patrolmen

First known use: 1867

Frequently Asked Questions about Patrolmen

What does "Patrolmen" mean?

"Patrolmen" means one who patrols; especially, a police officer assigned to a beat. As a noun, it is defined as: one who patrols; especially, a police officer assigned to a beat.

What is another word for "Patrolmen"?

Other words for "Patrolmen" include policewomen, bobbies, bulls, constables, coppers, cops, flatfeet and fuzzes. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Patrolmen" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Patrolmen"?

There are 40 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Patrolmen". Common alternatives include policewomen, bobbies, bulls, constables, coppers, cops, flatfeet, fuzzes, gendarmes and lawmen.

What is a slang word for "Patrolmen"?

Slang words for "Patrolmen" include bulls, flatfeet, shamuses and heat.

What is the opposite of "Patrolmen"?

Antonyms of "Patrolmen" include civilians.

Is "Patrolmen" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Patrolmen" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Patrolmen"?

"Patrolmen" is pronounced /pə-ˈtrōl-mən/ and divided into syllables as pa·trol·man.

What is the origin of the word "Patrolmen"?

First known use: 1867.