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catchpole

Prononciation : [ˈkæʧ.poʊl]

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Comment utiliser catchpole dans une phrase : 2 sens et 6 exemples audio.

Contexte : « 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?

Contexte : « 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?

Comment prononcer catchpole

Prononciation : [ˈkæʧ.poʊl]

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