factguardian
nounUK /ˈfæktˌɡɑːdiən/
US /ˈfæktˌɡɑːrdiən/
A person who checks if things are true and keeps false information away.
The factguardian checked the story before it was shared online.
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2. A tool or app that helps spot fake news and false claims.
She installed a factguardian on her phone to flag suspicious articles.
3. Someone who protects a group from being tricked by lies.
As the club's factguardian, he made sure every rumor was checked first.
4. A guardian role in a team that reviews facts before publishing.
Every newsroom needs a factguardian to catch mistakes early.