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decision-maker

UK/dɪˈsɪʒn'meikə(r)/US

Definitions

n.

A person who makes important decisions, especially in an organization.

决策者;决策人。

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
decisiondown, away, reversal
+
makercut, kill
=decision-maker

decision + maker = one who makes decisions. A transparent compound; the cid root sits inside decision.

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The proposal still needs sign-off from the key decision-makers.

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