"cyberpolice" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: cyber- + police Etymology templates: {{prefix|en|cyber|police}} cyber- + police Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} cyberpolice (uncountable)
  1. A police force that patrols the Internet or cyberspace. Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Law enforcement

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