inspector

Definition

  • noun: a person whose job is to inspect something
  • noun: a person employed to 'inspect' something
  • synonyms: big brother, g-man, mp

Examples

  • safety/health 'inspectors' [=people who make sure that a place or thing is safe/healthy]

  • a building 'inspector'

Movie quotes

  • (..) - Something on your mind? - An order from the commissioner. - Oh, yes? - It concerns Clouseau. - Yes, go on. - He's to be reinstated as an inspector. What? You can't be serious. And he's to report immediately to Colonel... Sharki in Lugash. I see. - Sir. (..)
    1975 The Return of the Pink Panther
  • (..) I am calling in outside help. The famous French detective who recovered the Pink Panther the last time it was stolen. What was his name? Clouseau. Inspector Clouseau. You have a license? Monsieur? City ordinance B prohibits the playing... of any musical instrument (..)
    1975 The Return of the Pink Panther