watchdog
🇬🇧 UK/'wɒtʃdɒg/🇺🇸 US
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Definitions
n.
A dog kept to guard property; a person or group that monitors others to prevent illegal or unethical behavior.
看门狗;监察人,监督机构
v.
To monitor and guard against wrongdoing or misuse of power.
监察,监督
🧩 Root Breakdown
Native EnglishExample Sentences
- 1.
The consumer protection agency acts as a watchdog for fraud.
- 2.
Environmental watchdogs monitor pollution levels closely.