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catchpole

Pronunciación: [ˈkæʧ.poʊl]

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Cómo usar catchpole en una oración: 2 significados y 6 ejemplos con audio.

Contexto: «historical occupation»

(noun) a catchpole is a person, often in the past, whose job was to catch criminals or bring them to the authorities. Think of them like an old-time law officer or bailiff who helped to keep order in the community.

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The catchpole successfully apprehended the thief before he could escape.

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There's no catchpole in this town, so people can be more mischievous.

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What did the catchpole do when he saw someone stealing?

Contexto: «colloquial usage»

(noun) in some areas, 'catchpole' can also mean a person who captures or catches animals, like a dog catcher. It's used less commonly but refers to someone who deals with animals that are roaming around.

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The catchpole helped to rescue the lost dog and took it to the shelter.

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The catchpole wasn't able to catch the stray cat that was being too quick.

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Did the catchpole manage to bring any animals back today?

Cómo se pronuncia catchpole

Pronunciación: [ˈkæʧ.poʊl]

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