der Gesetzeshüter
Translation
law enforcement officer, guardian of the law, lawman
Examples
Der Gesetzeshüter sorgte für Ordnung auf der Straße.
The law enforcement officer ensured order on the street.
Grammar Patterns
((the law enforcement officer)) ((as subject)) The law enforcement officer arrested the thief.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Polizist, Ordnungshüter; Antonyms: Gesetzesbrecher (lawbreaker)
Etymology
Composed of 'Gesetz' (law) and 'Hüter' (keeper, guardian), from the verb 'hüten' (to guard). Literally 'law guardian'.
Memory Tips
Think of someone who 'hüten' (guards) the 'Gesetz' (law). This is a more formal or literary term for a police officer.