When I was a cop I was known as a “martinet” of which I wore it proudly.

Yes I have had several cops and deputies refer to me by many names but I bet they never thought of calling me this. If they had I would have needed to look this one up. After retiring I’ve heard some of the names they called me. After leaving they all knew they had lost someone who cared for them and still do so the meaning of (mart’n et’) is any very strict disciplinarian or stickler for rigid regulations. While they all cursed me under their breath they knew who would be first to defend their actions. I do miss the guys and gals in uniform.