rozzer
Translation
cop, police officer
Examples
Look out, the rozzers are coming.
Watch out, the cops are coming.
Grammar Patterns
((a rozzer)) a police officer (British slang) Look out, the rozzers are coming.
Similar Words
Synonyms: cop, police officer; Antonyms: criminal, crook
Etymology
A British slang term from the late 19th century with an unknown origin.
Memory Tips
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.