Foremen: meaning, definitions and examples

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foremen

 

[ หˆfษ”หrmษ™n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

job title

A foreman is a supervisory role often found in construction and manufacturing industries. They are responsible for overseeing a team of workers, ensuring that tasks are completed efficiently and safely. The foreman acts as a liaison between the workers and management, communicating expectations and reporting on progress. Additionally, they are tasked with training new employees and enforcing safety regulations. Their leadership directly impacts productivity and the overall success of a project.

Synonyms

manager, overseer, supervisor

Examples of usage

  • The foreman conducted a safety meeting before starting work.
  • As the foreman, he assigns daily tasks to his crew.
  • The foreman reported the project's progress to the site manager.

Translations

Translations of the word "foremen" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น supervisor

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเคพเคธเฅเคŸเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Vorarbeiter

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ mandor

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑั€ะธะณะฐะดะธั€

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ majster

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ไฝœๆฅญ้•ท

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท contremaรฎtre

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ capataz

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ustabaลŸฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ˜„์žฅ ๊ฐ๋…

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุดุฑู

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ majitel

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ majster

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅทฅๅคด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ pomoฤnik

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ yfirvรถrรฐur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัˆะตะฑะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒกแƒขแƒ”แƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ usta

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ capataz

Etymology

The term 'foreman' has its roots in the Middle English word 'foreman,' which means 'one who is in charge of others.' This term evolved from the Old English 'fore' (before) and 'man' (person), reflecting the role of a person who leads or supervises a group. Originally, the title was used in various trades and vocations, signifying someone who stood at the forefront of work activities. In industrial settings, particularly during the Industrial Revolution, the foreman's role became more formalized and critical due to the need for organized labor. The foreman not only ensured that work was carried out efficiently but also upheld standards of safety and quality. Over the years, the definition of foreman has broadened, encompassing various fields beyond construction, including manufacturing, service industries, and even offices. As industries have evolved, so too has the role of the foreman, adapting to modern managerial practices while maintaining its fundamental responsibilities.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #12,734, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.