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Rozzer
What does it mean?
A slang term for a police officer.
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Is it positive or negative?
Neutral or slightly negative (informal).
When do you use it?
Informal slang for the police, often used when warning someone or describing a police presence.
Examples
Example 1: Watch out, the rozzers are round the corner with a speed camera!
Example 2: I saw the rozzers pulling someone over on the motorway earlier.
Question for you
Do you have a slang word for the police in your country?
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