1. The national police force of the Republic of Ireland.
Usage: Irish English; Plural of 'garda'; often used as a collective noun; The singular form 'garda' refers to an individual police officer

Examples

• The gardai responded quickly to the emergency call.
• She joined the gardai after completing her training.
• Local gardai increased patrols in the neighborhood.
• The gardai are investigating the incident.
• Members of the gardai wear distinctive uniforms.