foreman
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🇺🇸
/ˈfɔːrmən/
🇬🇧
/ˈfɔːmən/
supervisory role
Etymology
Etymology Information
'foreman' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'foreman,' where 'fore-' meant 'before' or 'in front of' and 'man' meant 'person.'
Historical Evolution
'foreman' changed from the Middle English word 'foreman' and has largely retained its form and meaning in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a person in charge or in front,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person in charge of a group of workers, typically in a factory or construction site.
The foreman ensured that the construction project stayed on schedule.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45