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customs officer

noun

UK/ˈkʌs.təmz ˈɒf.ɪ.sə/
US/ˈkʌs.təmz ˈɔː.fɪ.sɚ/

Definitions of customs officer noun

  1. Countable

    An official responsible for ensuring that travelers do not bring goods into a country without paying the required taxes.

    • The customs officer inspected my luggage to ensure I wasn't carrying any prohibited items.

    • At the airport, customs officers question travelers about the items they are carrying.

    • The customs officer handled my declaration very professionally.