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lawman

[law-man, -muhn] / ˈlɔˌmæn, -mən /
NOUN
cop
Synonyms
STRONG
deputy flatfoot fuzz patrolman policeman policewoman sheriff
WEAK
officer of the law patrolwoman peace officer police officer the man
NOUN
officer of the law
Synonyms
WEAK
MP constable cop deputy detective flatfoot fuzz law enforcement agent lawwoman marshal meter maid military police mounted police officer patrolman patrolwoman peace officer police woman policeman sheriff the man traffic officer trooper
NOUN
police officer
Synonyms
STRONGEST
constable deputy detective marshal military police officer policeman trooper
WEAK
MP arm of the law carabiniere cop flatfoot flic fuzz gendarme law enforcement agent law enforcer lawwoman meter maid mounted police officer patrolman patrolwoman peace officer policewoman sheriff the man traffic officer

Example Sentences

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The FBI’s lead investigator was Joe Sullivan, whom Tom Clancy called “the greatest lawman America ever produced.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 9, 2026

“Sheriff Pusser inspired thousands to enter into law enforcement,” Sweat told me, gesturing to a Pusser admirer turned lawman who had just visited his shop to talk Pusser.

From Slate • Nov. 6, 2025

A.I. is becoming more lifelike by the day, making Olyphant’s quirky and very human contribution to the series’ android lineage a special kick to watch, and a welcome departure from his various lawman roles.

From Salon • Aug. 5, 2025

The former lawman agreed to prosecutor-recommended sentences ranging from five to 30 years, although the judge isn’t bound by that agreement.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 18, 2024

The leader of the Dalton Gang, an infamous nineteenth-century band of outlaws, once served as the main lawman on the Osage reservation.

From "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann