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British English Words: Bobby

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Post by SteelInferno Tue Jan 13, 2015 2:31 am

Bobby in an old-fashioned, informal British English word for a policeman/woman.

Bobby was the nickname of Sir Robert Peel who organised the London police force. Although this term is old-fashioned it is still common use in England.

Eg: I asked a London bobby for help.

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Bobby é um termo antigo e informal em Inglês Britânico usado para descrever um/a polícia.

Bobby era o apelido de Sir Robert Peel, o fundador da força policial Britância. Ainda que este termo seja antigo ainda é de uso frequente em Inglaterra.

Ex: I asked a London bobby for help. / Pedi ajuda a um polícia de Londres.

Source/Fonte: Merriam-Webster Dictionary
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