What does the cryptic crossword clue "Regret police officer's post (14)" mean?

The definition is "Regret". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). DIS (synonym="police officer's") + APPOINTMENT (synonym="post") = DISAPPOINTMENT; definition: "Regret" The answer is DISAPPOINTMENT.

Regret police officer's post (14)

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