# spokeswoman

/ˈspoʊkˌswʊmən/ (US) · /spˈəʊkswʊmən/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/spokeswoman
Updated: 2026-05-02

## Definition

a woman whose job is to speak for a group or a company. You see her on the news giving official information to the public.

For teachers: a female representative who makes official statements on behalf of an organisation or individual.

## Examples

- The spokeswoman answered questions from the reporters.
- A spokeswoman for the airline confirmed that all passengers were safe after the emergency landing.
- The government spokeswoman issued a formal statement to the press, clarifying that the new policy would not take effect until the following fiscal year.

## Usage notes

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

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