chairperson (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: ˈtʃeərˌpɜːsən
Definition
The person who presides over a meeting, committee, or organization, often responsible for guiding discussions and making decisions.
Examples
The chairperson welcomed the new members to the board.
She was elected chairperson of the local community group.
He resigned as chairperson after only six months in the role.
How to Use chairperson
- chairperson of (prepositional phrase)
- Indicates the specific group or organization that the person is leading. — "He is the chairperson of the finance committee."
- act as chairperson (collocation)
- To perform the duties of a chairperson. — "She agreed to act as chairperson for the upcoming conference."
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