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Uncommonlaw enforcement
The correct spelling is law enforcement.
How to pronounce law enforcement
noun
Say it like: Law- en-for-sem-ent
The correct spelling is law enforcement. The task of ensuring obedience to law. For example: "Law enforcement is the duty of police, sheriffs and other government agencies."
Usage Examples
“Law enforcement is the duty of police, sheriffs and other government agencies.”
“Another news report of law enforcement being corrupted, when does this end?”
Definition
noun
- 1.The task of ensuring obedience to law.
- 2.The various government agencies involved in the prevention of crime and the apprehension of criminals.
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