A slang term for the Police. The term was popularized by a British television series of the same name.
Bill, The
Example Sentences
"Here come the Bill!"
"The Bill nicked him last night."
Etymology & History
British slang for the police, possibly from 'Old Bill', military slang for a veteran soldier (from WWI), later applied to police. Alternatively, may come from the bil
l-like shape of early police helmets. Popularized by the long-running British police TV series 'The Bill' (1984-2010). Widely used in working-class London speech.
Word Details
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Region
London/Cockney
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Era
Modern
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Slang
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