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inspectorate

American

[in-spek-ter-it] / ɪnˈspɛk tər ɪt /

noun

the office or function of an inspector.
a body of inspectors.
a district under an inspector.

inspectorate British

/ ɪnˈspɛktərɪt /

noun

the office, rank, or duties of an inspector
a body of inspectors
a district under an inspector

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Etymology

Origin of inspectorate

First recorded in 1755–65; inspector + -ate ³

Example Sentences

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On that, the head of the police inspectorate is unequivocal in his report, writing: "I don't accept this."

From BBC • Jan. 14, 2026

The BBC obtained a letter from the Dutch police inspectorate in December, which appears to contradict claims made by the West Midlands force about Maccabi fans' previous behaviour.

From BBC • Jan. 6, 2026

BBC News has obtained a letter from the Dutch police inspectorate in December, which appears to contradict claims made by West Midlands Police about Maccabi fans' previous behaviour, which were used to justify the ban.

From BBC • Jan. 5, 2026

Ofsted's new report card grading system has come into effect for schools in England, after the inspectorate scrapped its old one or two-word judgements.

From BBC • Nov. 10, 2025

In the 1960s the departments of the ministry were: epidemiology, pharmaceuticals, sanitary inspectorate, medical prophylactic institutions, personnel, administration, finance, and planning.

From Area Handbook for Albania by Elpern, Sarah Jane

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