Plainclothesman — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈplān-ˈklō(t͟h)z-mən/ plain·clothes·man

Meaning & Definition of Plainclothesman

Plainclothesman (noun)

  1. a plainclothes police officer

Plainclothesman (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in fed, G-man

    similar: fed, Federal, G-man, narc (slang), shadow, tail, tracer, tracker, detective, dick, gumshoe, hawkshaw, investigator, operative, private detective, private eye, private investigator, shamus (slang), sherlock, sleuth, sleuthhound

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Plainclothesman

The most common words with a similar meaning to Plainclothesman:

Slang: narc, shamus
fed, Federal, G-man, shadow, tail, tracer, tracker, detective, dick, gumshoe, hawkshaw, investigator, operative, private detective, private eye, private investigator, sherlock, sleuth, sleuthhound

Origin & Etymology of Plainclothesman

First known use: 1899

Frequently Asked Questions about Plainclothesman

What does "Plainclothesman" mean?

"Plainclothesman" means a plainclothes police officer. As a noun, it is defined as: a plainclothes police officer.

What is another word for "Plainclothesman"?

Other words for "Plainclothesman" include fed, Federal, G-man, narc, shadow, tail, tracer and tracker. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Plainclothesman" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Plainclothesman"?

There are 21 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Plainclothesman". Common alternatives include fed, Federal, G-man, narc, shadow, tail, tracer, tracker, detective and dick.

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

"Plainclothesman" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Plainclothesman"?

"Plainclothesman" is pronounced /ˈplān-ˈklō(t͟h)z-mən/ and divided into syllables as plain·clothes·man.

What is the origin of the word "Plainclothesman"?

First known use: 1899.

What is another word for "Plainclothesman" meaning "as in fed, G-man"?

When "Plainclothesman" (noun) means as in fed, G-man, synonyms include fed, Federal, G-man, narc, shadow and tail.