Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

police-superintendent

noun

/pəˈliːs ˌsuːpərˈɪnɪndənt/

Definition

A police superintendent is a senior officer in a police force responsible for overseeing police operations and managing personnel.

Examples

The police superintendent conducted a press conference to address community concerns.
After years of dedicated service, she was promoted to police superintendent.
The police superintendent implemented new strategies to reduce crime rates in the area.

Meaning

The role of a police superintendent typically involves administrative tasks, strategic planning, and ensuring effective law enforcement within a specific area or department.