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enforcer

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Noun — A person or group responsible for making sure rules or laws are obeyed.

Synonyms

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How to use enforcer

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

hired enforcer the team's enforcer

Etymology

From enforce plus the agent-forming suffix -er.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “enforcer” mean?

The word “enforcer” means a person or group responsible for making sure rules or laws are obeyed. In plain terms, someone whose job is to make sure rules are followed — sometimes through legitimate authority, sometimes through intimidation.

How do you pronounce “enforcer”?

“Enforcer” is pronounced ihn-FAW-suh (/ɪnˈfɔːsə/ in IPA).

How do you use “enforcer” in a sentence?

Here is “enforcer” used in a sentence: “The agency acts as the enforcer of workplace safety standards.”

What part of speech is “enforcer”?

“Enforcer” is a noun.

How many meanings does “enforcer” have?

“Enforcer” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person or group responsible for making sure rules or laws are obeyed.

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