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spokesperson

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate Oxford US //ˈspoʊkspɝsən// UK //spˈəʊkspəsən// spokesper·son General-service

n. a person who is chosen to speak for a group or an organization. You often see them on the news giving official information to the public.

n. an individual designated to speak on behalf of an organization or group. Often used in corporate or political contexts to ensure a unified public message.


SIMPLE

The company spokesperson answered questions from the reporters.

CONTEXTUAL

A spokesperson for the hospital confirmed that all patients were safe after the power outage.

COMPLEX

The official spokesperson declined to comment on the ongoing investigation, citing the need to protect the privacy of those involved until the final report is released.

Synonyms
Origin

From spoke (“past participle of speak”) + -s- + person.

Usage

Often followed by the preposition 'for' to indicate the group being represented.

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