What does "crimebuster" mean?

A person, especially a law enforcement officer, who is particularly effective in thwarting criminal activity and in bringing criminals to justice.

What is a synonym for "crimebuster"?

Common synonyms include: gangbuster, gangbuster.

noun, slang

noun, slang ·Moderate ·College level

Noun

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A person, especially a law enforcement officer, who is particularly effective in thwarting criminal activity and in bringing criminals to justice. US, informal
"This corporation law background is less known than his record as a crime-buster."

"This corporation law background is less known than his record as a crime-buster."

Etymology tree English crime English buster English crimebuster From crime + buster.

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