police

US /pəˈliːs/
UK /pəˈliːs/
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the civil force of a state, responsible for the prevention and detection of crime and the maintenance of public order

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The police arrived quickly at the scene of the accident.
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You should report the theft to the police.
1.

to control or regulate (a place or activity) with a police force

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The area is heavily policed to prevent crime.
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It's difficult to police the internet effectively.
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