referee

noun
/ˌrɛfəˈriː/

Meaning

a person who oversees a game or match to ensure the rules are followed

Example Sentences

The referee stopped the game after a foul.

Example Expressions

blow the whistle

Synonyms

umpire, judge, arbiter, mediator

Antonyms

player, participant

Collocations

football referee, official referee, match referee

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