umpire

US /ˈʌmˌpaɪr/

UK /ˈʌmpaɪə(r)/

B2

noun

  • Official in some sports who rules on plays
  • An official who watches a game or match closely to ensure that the rules are adhered to and to arbitrate on matters of doubt or dispute.
  • An official who watches a game or match closely to ensure that the rules are adhered to and to arbitrate on matters of doubtful play.

verb

  • To referee a game
  • Act as an umpire.

other

  • Act as an umpire in a game or match.