WORD MEANING
Buddy cop meaning
BUH-dee KOP · noun
A genre of film or television featuring two police officers with contrasting personalities who work together to solve crimes.
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A pair of friends or partners who collaborate closely, especially in challenging situations.
Informal term for a police officer assigned to work closely with another officer for support and safety.
The term is primarily used in entertainment contexts but can also refer to real-life police partnerships or close working relationships.
Examples
The movie features a classic buddy cop duo solving crimes together.
They watched a buddy cop film that combined action and comedy.