noun
person who died in the line of duty; fallen officer
Used for police officers, firefighters, soldiers, and other professionals who die while performing their duties. Often appears in news reports and official contexts.
殉職者を追悼する式典が開かれた。
A ceremony was held to honor the fallen officers.
彼の父親は殉職者として表彰された。
His father was commended as a person who died in the line of duty.