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nitpicker

/ˈnɪtpɪkər/ noun · British & US
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What does nitpicker mean?

noun

A person who is excessively concerned with minor details or flaws. A person who criticizes or finds fault in something, often in a petty or annoying way.

Example

"The editor was a notorious nitpicker, always finding something to complain about in the manuscript."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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