Meaning of the word posse in English

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

posse

US /ˈpɑː.si/
UK /ˈpɒs.i/

Noun

a group of people who have come together for the same purpose:

Example:
The disgraced congressman walked swiftly from the car to his house pursued by a whole posse of reporters.