inspector

noun
UK /ɪnˈspek.tər/
US /ɪnˈspek.tɚ/

A person whose job is to look closely at things to make sure they are right.

The inspector checked the school kitchen to make sure it was clean.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A police officer of middle rank in Britain.

Inspector Jones arrived at the scene within minutes.

3. A person who examines something officially to judge its quality or safety.

The building inspector found no problems with the new house.

4. A person who looks at something carefully in order to learn about it.

As a curious inspector of insects, she spent hours in the garden.