watchdog

• Substantiv, das eine Person oder Organisation bezeichnet, die auf illegale Handlungen, Verschwendung oder Missstände achtet und diese aufdeckt; oder einen Hund, der darauf abgerichtet ist, Eigentum zu bewachen.

A noun referring to a person or organization that monitors and guards against illegal practices, waste, or misconduct, or a dog trained to guard property.

1. Guardian or Oversight BodyB2formal

   A person or group that monitors and protects against illegal activities, waste, or misconduct.

   Aufsichts- oder Kontrollorgan

   • The financial watchdog fined the bank for fraudulent practices.
   • A consumer watchdog group exposed the company's unfair policies.
   • The government established a watchdog to oversee public spending.

   Synonymeguardianinspectormonitorombudsmanoverseerregulatorsentinelsupervisor

2. Guard DogA2formal

   A dog trained to protect property or people from intruders or threats.

   Wachhund

   • The watchdog barked loudly at the stranger near the gate.
   • They keep a watchdog to guard their warehouse at night.
   • A well-trained watchdog can deter potential burglars.

   Synonymeguard dog