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Meaning of law enforcement | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

  1. The task of ensuring obedience to the law.
  2. The various government agencies, regarded collectively, involved in the prevention of crime and the apprehension of criminals.

Equivalents

Examples

Law enforcement is the duty of police, sheriffs and other government officials.”
Another news report of law enforcement being corruptedwhen does this end?”
““You are the ones impacted by the executive ordersthere was and remains a huge law enforcement presence in the district,′ Shroff said.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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