Meaning & use
supervisor
A person who oversees and directs the work of other employees or workers.
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She reported the broken equipment to her supervisor right away.
The new supervisor introduced weekly meetings to track team progress.
A note on using this word
Supervisor typically refers to a direct, front-line manager, ranking below higher positions like director or executive.
Words with a similar meaning
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