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Definition of foreperson

foreperson

/ˈfɔːrˌpɜːrsən/
fore · per · son
Plural:forepersons
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• noun

1

The member of a jury who presides over its deliberations and speaks on its behalf in court.

Example

"The jury foreperson stood up and handed the signed verdict sheet to the bailiff."

2

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

Example

"Before operating the heavy machinery, the new hires had to report to the shift foreperson for a safety briefing."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 20th century as a gender-neutral alternative to "foreman" and "forewoman," combining the prefix "fore-" (meaning chief or in front) with "person."

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