arrester

/ˈærɪstər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who arrests someone, especially a police officer or a bailiff.

“The detective served as an arrester in the high-profile case.”

2. verb

To stop or bring to a halt, especially a moving vehicle.

“The police had to arrester the speeding car before it crashed.”

Synonyms

  • arrestor
  • custodian

Antonyms

  • freer
  • liberator