adjudicator

/ əˈdʒuːdɪˌkeɪtə /

noun

1. a judge, esp in a competition

2. an arbitrator, esp in a dispute

Example Sentences

Disability adjudicators use a series of grids that consider an applicant’s age, work experience and education level to determine whether they may have the skills to do another, less strenuous job.

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The operator Allwyn confirmed the draw had been paused "due to the bonus ball not dropping" and would resume as soon as possible with an alternative machine and "under the supervision of an independent adjudicator".

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Home Secretary Yvette Cooper said she would end "unacceptable delays", with a new body, staffed by independent adjudicators, to be established.

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Home Secretary Yvette Cooper said she was taking practical steps to end "unacceptable delays" to the asylum appeals process, with a new body, staffed by independent adjudicators, to be established.

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A new, independent body will be established, staffed by independent adjudicators, with the aim of hearing cases more quickly.

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Related Words

• authority 
• court 
• critic 
• expert 
• inspector 
• justice 
• referee