Meaning of the word "police officer" in English

What does "police officer" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

police officer

US /pəˈliːs ˌɑː.fɪ.sər/
UK /pəˈliːs ˈɒf.ɪ.sər/
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Noun

a member of the police force

Example:
The police officer directed traffic after the accident.
She dreams of becoming a police officer one day.