"police and thief" meaning in English

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Noun

Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} police and thief (uncountable)
  1. (Singapore, playground games) The children's game of tag, with one team taking the role of police and the other the role of robbers. Tags: Singapore, uncountable Categories (topical): Playground games Related terms: cops and robbers
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