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Synonyms & Similar Words
law enforcement officer
police officer
arresting agent
detaining officer
lawman
policeman
policewoman
patrol officer
peace officer
constable
deputy
marshal
sheriff
trooper
cop
detective
investigator
agent
enforcer
guardian
watcher
protector
captor
apprehender
seizer
catcher
detainer
holder
keeper
controller
regulator
Meaning of Arresting Officer
The primary meaning of "Arresting Officer" refers to a law enforcement officer who is authorized to apprehend and detain individuals suspected of committing a crime.
Definitions
- A person whose job is to enforce the law and maintain order, especially a member of a police force.
- * A law enforcement officer who has the authority to arrest and detain individuals suspected of committing a crime.
Etymology of Arresting Officer
The term "Arresting Officer" is derived from the Old French word "arrest," meaning "stop" or "seize," and the Old English word "officier," meaning "one who holds an office or position."
Historically, the term "officer" referred to a person holding a position of authority, while "arresting" referred to the act of seizing or detaining an individual.
Example Uses
- The arresting officer read the suspect their rights before taking them into custody.
- * The police department commended the arresting officer for their bravery in apprehending the suspect.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
freer
liberator
releaser
acquitter
defender
protector
guardian
watcher
preserver
conservator
preserver
savior
rescuer
deliverer
emancipator
exonerator
vindicator
absolver
justifier