noun
spokesman
noun
1
A man who speaks officially on behalf of a person, group, or organization.
"The company spokesman denied the rumors at a press conference."
"A government spokesman confirmed the new policy this morning."
How to Use Spokesman
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe official voice of an organization, specifically a man.
When to use it
Many publications now prefer the gender-neutral "spokesperson" unless the individual's gender is specifically relevant.
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Word Forms
spokesmen plural
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Etymology
Built from "spoke" (past participle of "speak") plus "man" — literally "one who has spoken for others."