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bobby

"Bobby" is not a standard French word; in English, it refers to a British policeman.

In a sentence

  • Le terme 'bobby' signifie un policier en anglais britannique.

    The term 'bobby' means a policeman in British English.

    Here, 'bobby' is used to refer to a British policeman, originating from historical context.

  • Quand j'étais à Londres, j'ai vu un bobby en uniforme près de la station.

    When I was in London, I saw a bobby in uniform near the station.

    Again, 'bobby' refers to a policeman in British English, specifically noting its cultural usage.

  • Le mot 'bobby' est souvent utilisé de façon informelle pour décrire un officier de police.

    The word 'bobby' is often used informally to describe a police officer.

    Here, 'bobby' is discussed in its informal linguistic context as a term.

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