watchdoggroup
nounUK /ˈwɒtʃdɒɡ ɡruːp/
US /ˈwɑːtʃdɔːɡ ɡruːp/
A watchdog group is a team of people who watch to make sure others act fairly and follow the rules.
The watchdog group checked the city's spending to make sure the money was used well.
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2. An organization that monitors the activities of companies or governments to prevent wrongdoing.
The watchdog group reported that the factory was dumping waste into the river.
3. A consumer protection body that checks the safety and honesty of products and services.
A consumer watchdog group warned shoppers about the misleading advertisement.
4. A media or citizen alliance that keeps an eye on public officials and exposes corruption.
The watchdog group published a report on the officials who took secret payments.