Definitions

1. noun

A colloquial or affectionate term for a police officer.

“The friendly bobbie who helped us find our way around the city was a great asset to the community.”

2. noun

A small or portable object used for a specific task or function, especially in a domestic setting.

“The bobbie on the sewing machine made it easy to sew a straight line.”

3. noun

A variant of ‘bobby’, referring to a small or delicate object, especially a type of pin used in sewing or hairdressing.

“The bobbie on the hair clip kept my hair in place all day.”