foreman
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/ˈfɔː(ɹ)mən/
English
Definitions
noun
- The leader of a work crew.
- The member of a jury who presides over it and speaks on its behalf.
- (during the era of slavery) A black (slave) assistant to the white overseer who managed field hands.
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Synonyms
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