scrutineer

[ skroot-n-eer ]

noun

, Chiefly British and Canadian.

1. an official examiner, especially of votes in an election.

scrutineer

/ ˌskruːtɪˈnɪə /

noun

1. a person who examines, esp one who scrutinizes the conduct of an election poll

Word History and Origins

Origin of scrutineer¹

First recorded in 1550–60; scrutin(y) + -eer

Example Sentences

One scrutineer for each candidate watches the opening of the box.

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