police brutality

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The use of excessive, unjustified force, typically of a physical nature, but also including verbal abuse and psychological intimidation, by a police officer while carrying out, or under the cover of carrying out, law enforcement duties.

Word forms

police brutality
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