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Spokeswoman

UK /["/ˈspəʊkswʊmən/","/ˈspəʊkswɪmɪn/"]/US /["/ˈspəʊkswʊmən/","/ˈspəʊkswɪmɪn/"]/

Definition

a woman who speaks for a group or an organization

In simple words: A woman who speaks on behalf of a group or organization.

Examples

  • a government spokeswoman
  • A spokeswoman for the government denied the rumours.

Usage notes

Used in professional contexts where a female representative is addressing the public or media. Not typically used in casual conversations. Sometimes replaced with 'spokesperson' for gender neutrality.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'spoke' in a wheel—she helps keep the organization moving.

Collocations

  • female spokeswoman
  • spokeswoman for the organization
  • appointed spokeswoman

Synonyms

  • representative
  • envoy
  • delegate

Antonyms

  • spokesman
  • speaker

Common mistakes

  • 'Spokeswoman' is often mistakenly used to describe all spokespersons, regardless of gender.
  • Confused with 'spokesman' which is male-specific.
  • Mispronounced as 'speak-woman' instead of 'spokes-woman'.