spokesperson
spokesperson
Noun
pl: spokespeople
This term serves as a gender-neutral alternative to spokesperson or spokeswoman, designed to avoid gender bias in professional contexts. It carries a connotation of official authority and controlled communication, implying that the individual is not speaking for themselves but is a conduit for a larger entity's approved message. As a countable noun, it follows standard English pluralization rules. It is typically used in formal corporate, political, or legal environments where the precision of the public image is paramount.
Meanings
Nounspokesperson
A person who is chosen to speak on behalf of a group, organization, or individual to the public or the press.
"The company appointed a new spokesperson to handle the crisis."