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    Alguacil (en. Sheriff)

    /alwaˈθil/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A person who holds the position of constable, responsible for the administration of justice.
    The constable arrived to execute the judge's order.
    El alguacil llegó para ejecutar la orden del juez.
    Law official responsible for arresting criminals.
    The constable chased the thief until he caught him.
    El alguacil persiguió al ladrón hasta atraparlo.
    In a rural context, it can refer to a gamekeeper or land guardian.
    The forest constable protects the wildlife in the area.
    El alguacil del monte protege la fauna de la zona.

    Etymology

    From the Hispanic Arabic الچوال (alçawwal), which means 'the one who watches over'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    chief constable
    Title given to a constable of higher rank.
    alguacil mayor
    to be under the watch of the constable
    To be under the supervision or care of an authority.
    estar bajo la vigilancia del alguacil

    Related Words

    judge
    Person who has the authority to judge and decide on legal cases.
    juez
    police
    Security body responsible for maintaining public order.
    policía

    Slang Meanings

    Neighborhood constable
    The neighborhood constable took care of solving local issues.
    El alguacil de barrio se encargó de resolver los problemas locales.
    Little constable
    That little constable always thinks he rules the street.
    Ese aguacilito siempre cree que manda en la calle.