Watchlist
/ˈwɒtʃlɪst/
Definitions
- (n.) A list compiled by authorities to monitor individuals or entities suspected of posing legal, security, or regulatory risks.
The airport security uses a watchlist to identify persons under suspicion.
- (n.) A register maintained for tracking persons or items subject to sanctions or restrictions, such as in anti-money laundering or counterterrorism contexts.
Banks consult the financial watchlist to prevent transactions with sanctioned individuals.
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- watchlist
- watchlists
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Commentary
Watchlists serve as preventive tools and should be carefully maintained to balance security needs with protection of individual rights.
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