WorldSeptember 4, 2026

foreperson

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Definition

The person selected to lead and represent a jury, responsible for communicating the group's progress to the judge.

Etymology

Derived from the Middle English 'fore' meaning 'before' and 'person,' it historically referred to the 'foreman' who acted as the primary spokesperson for a group.

In the news

In the article, the foreperson serves as the intermediary who alerts Judge Sullivan that the jury has reached a standstill during their deliberations.

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