constabulary

/kɒnstəˈbɜːləri/

Definitions

1. noun

a police force or a body of men responsible for maintaining law and order in a particular area or country

“The city’s constabulary worked tirelessly to keep the streets safe during the festival.”

2. noun

the system or institution of maintaining law and order

“The new constabulary has been instrumental in reducing crime rates in the region.”

Synonyms

  • law enforcement
  • police force

Antonyms

  • chaos
  • lawlessness