inspector
US /ɪnˈspek.tɚ/
UK /ɪnˈspek.tɚ/
1.
an official who examines things to ensure that regulations, standards, or laws are being met
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The health inspector visited the restaurant.
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A building inspector checked the new construction.
2.
a police officer of a rank above sergeant and below chief inspector
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Detective Inspector Morse solved the complex case.
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She was promoted to inspector last year.