spokesman

noun

spokes·​man ˈspōks-mən 

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

spokesmanship

ˈspōks-mən-ˌship 

noun

Synonyms of spokesman

• spokesperson

Examples of spokesman in a Sentence

A White House spokesman answered questions from the reporters.

a spokesman for the cattle industry

Recent Examples on the Web

Yet, lofty fuel prices alone aren’t the sole determining factor for holiday travel, said Mark Jenkins, spokesman for AAA – The Auto Club Group in Tampa. — David Lyons, Sun Sentinel, 30 Oct. 2026

The brothers, through their spokesmen, denied the allegations. — Miami Herald, 28 Oct. 2026

China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesman Guo Jiakun also addressed the controversy as well, noting that the ministry was aware of the reports. — Matthew Tan, CNBC, 28 Oct. 2026

An Associated Press reporter in the southern city of Aden witnessed explosions that shattered windows at the airport building and nearby homes after Houthi military spokesman Yahya Saree urged everyone at the airport to evacuate. — ABC News, 28 Oct. 2026

Word History

Etymology

probably irregular from spoke, obsolete past participle of speak

First Known Use

1537, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for spokesman

• spokesmen

Kids Definition

spokesman

noun

spokes·​man ˈspōk-smən 

: a person who speaks for another or for a group