spokeswoman

noun

spokes·​wom·​an ˈspōks-ˌwu̇-mən 

: a woman who speaks as the representative of another or others often in a professional capacity

Examples of spokeswoman in a Sentence

The company's spokeswoman addressed the reporters.

Recent Examples on the Web

The identities of several of the other nannies caught on camera engaging in the abuse are not known to law enforcement, according to Sheriff’s Department spokeswoman Nicole Nishida. — James Queally, Los Angeles Times, 6 Oct. 2026

Through Thursday, only 1,425 cards worth a collective $427,500 had been distributed, a state Department of Social Services spokeswoman confirmed. — Keith M. Phaneuf, Hartford Courant, 3 Oct. 2026

Experts have advice Gabriella Dominguez, spokeswoman for Miami-Dade Animal Services, said all four dogs have been captured, and the agency continues to investigate their owner. — David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 30 Sep. 2026

In May, a Supreme Court spokeswoman told NBC News that Alito would not step aside from the case. — Dan Mangan, CNBC, 28 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1569, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for spokeswoman

• businesswoman
• congresswoman
• englishwoman
• gentlewoman
• noblewoman
• policewoman
• washerwoman
• chairwoman
• frenchwoman
• kinswoman
• madwoman
• saleswoman

Kids Definition

spokeswoman

noun

spokes·​wom·​an ˈspōk-ˌswu̇m-ən 

: a woman who speaks for another or for a group