Plainclothesperson
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Plainclothesperson is a noun meaning (rare) A police officer (especially a detective) of any gender who wears civilian clothes when on duty.
Meaning
(rare) A police officer (especially a detective) of any gender who wears civilian clothes when on duty.
Word Forms
- plainclothespersons
- plainclothespeople
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include plainer, patrolperson, clothesman, telecop, crimefighter, cross-dresser.
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