How to pronounce “rules lawyer”

Meaning

• [Noun]
• (slang, derogatory) Someone who attempts to take advantage of a given set of rules, usually by using an overly-literal interpretation that is contrary to their intent, or by selectively choosing which rules take precedence in a given situation.
• [Verb]
• (intransitive, slang, derogatory) To behave as a rules lawyer.

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