IPA: /ˈkeɪviˌeɪtə/
KK: /ˈkeɪviˌɑːtər/
A person who gives a warning or notice about something, especially in legal contexts.
The caveator filed a notice to prevent the sale of the property until the dispute was resolved.
Caveator is formed from "cavea" (meaning cage or hollow) and the suffix "-tor" (meaning one who). The term originally referred to one who is a guardian or protector, often in a legal context, indicating a person who takes care of or oversees something.
Think of a 'guardian' or 'protector' — 'cavea' suggests a protective space, and '-tor' indicates a person who performs an action.