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Assessor

Etym. late 14c., from Old French assessor "assistant judge, assessor (in court)" (12c., Modern French assesseur) and directly from Latin assessor "an assistant, aid; an assistant judge."

Etym. late 14c., from Old French assessor “assistant judge, assessor (in court)” (12c., Modern French assesseur) and directly from Latin assessor “an assistant, aid; an assistant judge.”

Definition

  • A person who performs assessment of individuals according to pre-established criteria.
  • Assessors must have specific and substantial training, expertise, and competency in assessment (Dictionary.com).