hobby bobby
Hobby bobby is British slang for a special constable — a part-time volunteer police officer who assists regular police.
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Hobby bobby is British slang for a special constable — a part-time volunteer police officer who assists regular police. The term combines 'hobby' (something done as a pastime rather than professionally) with 'bobby' (British slang for a police officer). It carries a mildly dismissive connotation, implying the special constable lacks the full authority and training of a regular officer. Used informally by regular officers, the public, or in casual discussion of policing in the UK.
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(UK, slang) A special constable.
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