Words Brits use that Americans don't?

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    the old bill ,peelers ,cozers ,the filth ,the beast ,Babylon ,boys in blue , I think the police win it ,in terms of nicknames
     
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    I think accros the pond they are just cops or feds
     
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    Poppy cock
     
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    Mac = raincoat
    Rubber = eraser
     
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    titletatle
     
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    Whats that one about--your uncle Bob??
     
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    How is it phrased? And thanks marcco.
     
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    American for cops: Five-O and Kojak; both from TV shows.

    This is getting past mainstream lingo. I could use a definition for some of them.
     
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    It may be Bob's your Uncle meaning there you go.

    Although if your Aunty had balls, she could be your Uncle. lol
     
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    There are so many past and present words.

    Slang terms for police officers
     
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    how about ,having a tinkle ,having a slash ,or spending a penny ?
     
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    but your loaded lol
     
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    and iff your from London ,,your having a gypsies ,,meaning a gypsies kiss
     
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    I wish. Lol
     
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    minted
     
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    Away with the fairies
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