flo
flo — abbreviation
1. a police officer with special training whose job is to guide and support relativ
a police officer with special training whose job is to guide and support relatives after a death caused by crime or a serious road crash
After the crash, the FLO explained the next steps to Karim's parents.
the FLO supports a family after a fatal crash
At the station, the FLO stayed with Yael's family during the interview.
Baraka thanked the FLO for calling relatives before the funeral arrangements began.
The detective asked the FLO to update Caio's sister about the court hearing.
- liaison officer
broader term for someone who keeps communication open between groups
- family support officer
emphasizes practical help for relatives rather than the formal abbreviated title
文法句型
a/the FLO
speak to the FLO
ask the FLO to update the family
用法筆記
Usually written in capitals as a job title. In this sense, the FLO works alongside a police investigation by supporting the family rather than leading the case.
常見錯誤
2. a trained member of school staff who works with a child's family when problems a
a trained member of school staff who works with a child's family when problems at home are getting in the way of learning or attendance
When Sumin stopped attending class, the FLO visited the family home to help.
school FLO supports a pupil's family
The head teacher asked the FLO to meet Tara's mother after school.
The FLO helped Apinya's parents find free breakfast and travel support.
After several absences, the FLO arranged a meeting with Esme's grandmother.
- family support worker
close in role, but not always a school-based title
- pastoral worker
broader school-welfare role that may cover students directly as well as families
文法句型
school FLO
meet the FLO
the FLO works with the family
用法筆記
In school settings, the FLO helps communication between home and school. This sense focuses on attendance, welfare, and practical support rather than criminal investigations.