chairwoman
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for chairwoman, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A woman who leads a board, committee, or meeting.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
chairmaness
Etymology
Formed from "chair" plus "-woman," on the model of "chairman."
Full origin of chairwoman →Frequently asked questions
What does “chairwoman” mean?
The word “chairwoman” means a woman who leads a board, committee, or meeting. In plain terms, a female chairperson.
How do you use “chairwoman” in a sentence?
Here is “chairwoman” used in a sentence: “The chairwoman thanked the volunteers for their work this year.”
What is another word for “chairwoman”?
Words with a similar meaning to “chairwoman” include chairmaness.
What part of speech is “chairwoman”?
“Chairwoman” is a noun.