patrolman vs the man

patrolman

noun
  • A police officer, especially a junior officer assigned patrol duty instead of detection or supervision. 

the man

noun
  • An oppressive or domineering person of authority, usually male. 

  • The best man for a job; someone with exceptional skills. 

  • The oppressive powers that be, including the government and corporations; the system, as coordinated outside of one’s control. 

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