inspector
inspectors
An inspector is someone who looks into, observes, and examines things — it's also a word for a detective.
The government employs many inspectors — an inspector has to check out the kitchen of a restaurant to see if they're following the rules for cleanliness. Hospitals need to let inspectors check things out, to make sure conditions are safe. Many types of business have inspectors — especially if there's a health concern. An inspector observes things carefully — an inspector checks things out.
Definitions of inspector
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an investigator who observes carefully
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synonyms:
examiner
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bank examiner
an examiner appointed to audit the accounts of banks in a given jurisdiction
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checker
one who checks the correctness of something
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scrutiniser, scrutinizer
a careful examiner; someone who inspects with great care
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canvasser, scrutineer
someone who examines votes at an election
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type of:
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investigator
someone who investigates
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a high ranking police officer
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type of:
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officer, police officer, policeman
a member of a police force
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officer, police officer, policeman
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