Meaning of the word moderator in English

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moderator

US /ˈmɑː.də.reɪ.t̬ɚ/
UK /ˈmɑː.də.reɪ.t̬ɚ/
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Noun

1.

a person who presides over an assembly, meeting, or discussion and ensures that the rules of debate are adhered to

Example:
The moderator kept the debate fair and orderly.
She was chosen as the moderator for the town hall meeting.
2.

an online forum or community member who enforces rules and guidelines, and manages content

Example:
The forum moderator deleted the offensive post.
She spends hours every day as a volunteer moderator for a large online community.
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