auditor
Translation
auditor
Examples
The auditor checked the company's financial records.
The auditor checked the company's financial records.
An external auditor will review our accounts.
An external auditor will review our accounts.
Grammar Patterns
((an auditor)) a person who officially examines accounts The company hired an independent auditor.
Similar Words
Synonyms: examiner, inspector, accountant
Etymology
From Latin 'auditor' (a hearer), from 'audire' (to hear). Originally someone who 'hears' accounts.
Memory Tips
An 'auditor' is someone who 'listens' to the financial story of a company to check if it's true.