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Noun

inspectorate

n. countable
C1 Advanced US /ˌɪnˈspɛktɝət/ UK /ɪnspˈɛktəɹˌeɪt/ in·spec·torate

n.an official group of people who check that rules are being followed. They often visit places like schools, hospitals, or factories to make sure everything is safe and legal.

n.an administrative body or department responsible for the inspection and supervision of public services or institutions. Often used in the context of regulatory compliance or quality assurance.


SIMPLE

The health inspectorate visits the restaurant every six months.

CONTEXTUAL

The national education inspectorate released a report highlighting the need for better funding in rural schools.

COMPLEX

Following the scandal, the government established a new inspectorate to oversee the safety protocols of all major infrastructure projects across the country.

The ministry said the arrests were carried out after a “joint intelligence-driven operation” led by its Environmental Management Inspectorate, known as the “Green Scorpions”, and police intelligence, border and endangered species units.

The Guardian· 26 Aug 2026
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Level C1 · Advanced
Frequency Occasional
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