Veedor (en. Inspector)

/beˈðoɾ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A person responsible for overseeing or controlling something.
The election observer ensured that everything proceeded fairly.
El veedor de la elección se aseguró de que todo transcurriera de manera justa.
An observer who ensures compliance with norms and regulations.
The project overseer was present at all the meetings.
El veedor del proyecto estuvo presente en todas las reuniones.

Etymology

From the verb 'ver', related to the action of observing.

Common Phrases and Expressions

overseer of faith
a person who certifies what they observe.
veedor de la fe
election observer
a person who supervises the electoral process.
veedor de elecciones

Related Words

lookout
a person who observes and takes care.
vigía
inspectors
people who verify or evaluate something.
inspectores

Slang Meanings

A person who is always aware of what happens in their surroundings.
That guy is an overseer; he's always spying on what others do.
Ese tipo es un veedor, siempre está espiando lo que hacen los demás.