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ombudsman

/ɒmˈbʊdzmən/ noun · British & US
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What does ombudsman mean?

noun

A person appointed to investigate and resolve complaints, especially in an organization or government. An official who investigates complaints about an organization or government.

Example

"The ombudsman's report revealed widespread corruption within the company."

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