Meaning Of The Word Plainclothesman

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Plainclothesman Definition
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What's The Definition Of Plainclothesman?

plainclothesman in American English
noun: a police officer, esp. a detective, who wears ordinary civilian clothes while on duty

plainclothesman in British English
noun: a policeman who wears ordinary clothes when working, rather than a uniform

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