boys in blue

boys in blue

Police officers, or the police force in general. We've got the thief pinned down, we're just waiting for the boys in blue to come arrest him. The mayor is planning a parade to honor the boys in blue who protect our community day in, day out. For days after the robbery, I was expecting the boys in blue to come bust down our door and take us away in handcuffs.

See also: blue, boy

the boys in blue

slang The police (who often wear blue uniforms). We always like to show our support for the boys in blue by donating to police charities.

See also: blue, boy

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boys in blue

policemen; the police. informal

See also: blue, boy

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the boys in ˈblue

(old-fashioned, informal or humorous) police officers: If you’re not careful, you’ll get a visit from the boys in blue!

See also: blue, boy

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boys in blue

verb

See men in blue

See also: blue, boy

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