noun

rozzer

cop, police officer

Look out, the rozzers are coming.

Watch out, the cops are coming.

((a rozzer)) a police officer (British slang) Look out, the rozzers are coming.

Synonyms: cop, police officer; Antonyms: criminal, crook

A British slang term from the late 19th century with an unknown origin.

This is a British equivalent to the American slang 'cop'. You're unlikely to hear it in the US, but it's good to know for understanding British media.

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