foreman
n. countable B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈfɔɹmən// UK //fˈɔːmən// fore·man
n. the person in charge of a group of workers, like on a construction site or in a factory. In a court of law, it is also the person who speaks for the jury.
n. a worker who supervises a crew or department, acting as the primary link between management and labor. In legal contexts, refers to the spokesperson of a jury who delivers the verdict.
The foreman told the workers to start the next task.
After three days of deliberation, the foreman stood up to read the jury's final decision to the court.
While the site manager handles the high-level logistics, the foreman remains on the ground to ensure that safety protocols are followed and daily quotas are met.
Usage
Commonly used in industrial, construction, and legal contexts.