Police chief

Pronunciation: /pəˈɫis ˈtʃif/

Police chief (noun)

  1. The person in charge of a police department, responsible for managing officers and making sure laws are followed.
  2. The highest-ranking officer leading a city or regional police force, setting policies and overseeing operations.

Examples

  • The police chief sets priorities for the whole department.
  • A police chief reviews reports and approves major plans.