/al.ɣwaˈsil/ or /al.ɡwaˈsil/ (Spanish)

Definitions

1. noun

An alguacil, also known as an alguazil, is a high-ranking law enforcement officer in some Spanish-speaking countries, often translating to ‘constable’ or ‘high sheriff’.

“The alguacil was responsible for maintaining order and enforcing the law in the small town.”