| canteen culture | |
| —n | |
| the alleged clannishness of the police force, whereby the prevalent attitudes inhibit officers from reporting or speaking out against malpractice, racism, etc | |
| Main Entry: | canteen culture |
| Part of Speech: | n |
| Definition: | negative perceptions on the part of police against women and minorities |
| Example: | The importance of women in the service should decrease canteen culture. |
| Etymology: | originally used in reference to UK police |
| a scrap or morsel of food left at a meal. |
| a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc. |