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Constable

/kˈɑnstəbəl/
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(noun) One holding the lowest rank in most Commonwealth police forces. (See also chief constable.)

The police constable arrested the teenager for shoplifting.
A constable was standing at the kitchen door.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The village ____ patrolled the quiet streets at night to ensure the safety of the residents.

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