Bobby (Noun)
Meaning
An informal term for a British policeman.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The bobby on the beat knew the neighborhood like the back of his hand.
- She asked the friendly bobby for directions to the nearest tube station.
- In London, a bobby's iconic helmet is a symbol of British policing.
- A lone bobby patrolled the streets, keeping a watchful eye on the late-night revelers.
- During the festival, a bobby on horseback helped keep the crowds under control.