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Definition of foreman

foreman

/ˈfɔːr.mən/
fore · man
Plural:foremen
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• noun

1

A worker, especially on a construction site, in a factory, or on a ranch, who supervises and directs other workers.

Example

"The construction foreman reviewed the blueprints with the crew before work began for the day."

2

A member of a jury who is selected to preside over its deliberations and speak on its behalf in court.

Example

"When the jury returned to the courtroom, the judge asked the foreman to read the verdict aloud."

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• Nearby Words

forelady
foreleg
forelimb
foreman
forementioned
foremost
foremother

Word Origin & Etymology

Originating in Middle English, the word combines the prefix 'fore-' (meaning 'before' or 'in front') with 'man', literally denoting the person who stands at the front to lead others.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Foreman. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/foreman
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