How to Pronounce "policing"
word
pəˈɫisɪŋ
puh-LEES-ing
pəlˈiːsɪŋ
puh-LEES-ing
Definition
The activity of maintaining order, enforcing laws, and preventing crime, usually carried out by the police. Sometimes used more broadly for any system of control or surveillance.
IPA Transcription
American English
pəˈɫisɪŋ
British English
pəlˈiːsɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
puh-LEES-ing
UK
puh-LEES-ing
Listen in Context
Good policing helps keep the city safe.
Community policing builds trust between people and police.
The government is changing its policing methods.
Online policing has become a big part of fighting cybercrime.