English Dictionary

rules lawyer

名詞

軽蔑的 俗語

(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.

日本語の意味

ルールを文字通り厳密に解釈して自分の利益を追求する、または抜け穴を突こうとする人物（軽蔑的なニュアンスを含む） / 規則の意図よりも文面にこだわり、状況に応じて自分に有利なルールを選択する人

Nobody wants to play with a rules lawyer who insists on counting every minor loophole during a friendly board game.

親しいボードゲームで、些細なルールの隙を突いて利用しようとする人と一緒に遊びたいと思う人はいない。

意味（1）

(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.

rules lawyers （ plural ）