Bow Street runner

/ bəʊ /

noun

1. (in Britain from 1749 to 1829) an officer at Bow Street magistrates' court, London, whose duty was to pursue and arrest criminals

Example Sentences

Well-written scripts or beautiful graphics can compel the player into wanting to explore more and complete more challenges – Bow Street Runner was really good at doing that.

From The Guardian

In one particular at least the Bow Street runner was right.

From Project Gutenberg

But he caught Mrs. Gilson's eye; and by a look, such a look as appalled even the Bow Street runner's stout heart, she indicated the door.

From Project Gutenberg

Or she might hand it to the Bow Street runner, or she might open it and read it.

From Project Gutenberg

The Bow Street runner was less amenable to discipline.

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