Etymology

Bukit Aman

Today it means: The Royal Malaysia Police; the police. Full definition →

Malay Bukit Aman
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  1. Malay · borrowed fromBukit Aman
  2. English todayBukit Aman

From Malay Bukit Aman (literally “Peace Hill”), which is the location of the Royal Malaysia Police's headquarters building.

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