Word Noun
enforcer
n.
B2 Upper Intermediate US /ɛnˈfɔɹsɝ/ UK /ɛnfˈɔːsɐ/ en·forcer UK spelling enforcers
Definition
n.a person who makes sure that rules or laws are followed. They often use force or authority to stop people from breaking the rules.
n.a person or entity that ensures compliance with a set of rules, laws, or agreements, often through the use of authority or force.
Examples
“The police are the enforcers of the law.”
“In many international treaties, a third-party organization acts as the enforcer to ensure both countries follow the terms.”
“The role of the enforcer is not merely to punish transgressions but to establish a consistent standard of behavior that maintains the integrity of the entire system.”
Etymology
From enforce + -er.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
This entry
Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Occasional
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