Monitor
/ˈmɒnɪtər/
Definitions
- (n.) An individual or body that observes and supervises compliance with legal or regulatory requirements.
The court appointed a monitor to oversee the company's adherence to the settlement terms.
- (v.) To observe, check, and keep a continuous record of a process or activity.
The agency monitors environmental pollution levels to enforce regulations.
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- monitors
- monitored
- monitoring
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Commentary
Often used in legal contexts involving compliance or regulatory enforcement; drafts should specify the monitor's authority and reporting duties to avoid ambiguity.
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