ombudsman — meaning in English
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English meaning
Senses
ombudsman is used for these senses in English:
- ombudsman An appointed official whose duty is to investigate complaints, generally on behalf of individuals such as consumers or taxpayers, against institutions such as companies and government departments.
- steward A union member who is selected as a representative for fellow workers in negotiating terms with management.
ombudsman — full definition
- noun An official appointed to investigate complaints made by ordinary people against a company, a government department or another organisation, and to recommend a fair settlement.
- noun A person inside an organisation whose job is to handle internal grievances confidentially, such as a university or newspaper ombudsman.
steward — full definition
- noun Someone who manages property, affairs, or resources on behalf of someone else.
- noun A flight attendant, especially a male one, or a similar attendant on a ship.
- verb To manage or look after something responsibly.