A British police officer, especially in London. Named after Sir Robert Peel who founded the Metropolitan Police in 1829.
Bobby
Example Sentences
"The bobby on the beat knows everyone in the neighborhood."
"A friendly bobby gave us directions."
Etymology & History
British police officer. From Sir Robert Peel British Metropolitan Police founder 1829. 'Bobby on the beat' British patrol officer. Working-class British affectionate police term. Peeler British alternative. Reflects British police founder naming.
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