Meaning of the word foreperson in English

What does foreperson mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

foreperson

US /ˈfɔːrˌpɜːrsən/
UK /ˈfɔːˌpɜːsn/

Noun

1.

a person who acts as the spokesperson and head of a jury

Example:
The foreperson announced the jury's verdict.
She was chosen as the foreperson for the high-profile case.
2.

a worker who supervises others, especially in a factory or construction site

Example:
The construction foreperson ensured all safety protocols were followed.
The factory foreperson assigned tasks to the production line workers.