noun
Headman
noun
1
The recognized leader of a village, tribe, or small community, especially in traditional or tribal societies.
"The village headman settled the land dispute between the two families."
"Colonial officers often worked through the local headman to communicate with the community."
2
The chief or foreman in charge of a group of workers.
"The mine headman assigned each crew its section of the tunnel."
How to Use Headman
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe person in charge of a village or work crew — a local chief or foreman.
Common pairings
village headman
tribal headman
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The village _____ settled the land dispute between the two families.