The police.
Polis
PO-lis
ˈpoːlɪs
Noun
Example Sentences
"The polis are coming!"
"He joined the polis."
Etymology & History
Scots pronunciation of "police." The simplified form reflects Scots phonology. Standard Scottish term used since police forces were established.
Word Details
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Region
Scotland
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Era
1800s
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Language
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Formality
neutral
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