Sheriff
7 lettersnouncommonUpdated February 2026
Definition
An elected law enforcement official in a county, or in Britain, a ceremonial officer. Sheriffs are responsible for maintaining law and order within their jurisdiction.
“The county sheriff organised a community meeting to discuss public safety concerns with local residents.”
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Double F pattern; -ERIFF ending with SH- prefix
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Worth 13 points; valuable for law enforcement vocabulary
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