vice-chairman
Definition
- Noun:
- A deputy chairman: "vice-chairman" refers to a person who acts as a substitute or assistant to the chairman of a committee, board, or organization, often serving in the chairman's absence.
Usage Examples
- (The deputy chairman took charge when the main leader was not present.)
- (She was chosen to serve as the assistant to the board's chairman.)
- (His role involves assisting the chairman with responsibilities.)
Advanced Usage
"to serve as vice-chairman": to hold the position of deputy chairman.
- He served as vice-chairman for five years before becoming chairman. (He acted as the chairman's deputy for half a decade.)
"vice-chairman of the committee": a specific role within a formal group.
- The vice-chairman of the committee called for a vote on the proposal. (The deputy leader of the committee requested a decision.)
Variants and Related Words
Vice-chair (n): a shortened form of "vice-chairman," often used interchangeably.
- The vice-chair will take notes during the session. (The deputy leader will record the proceedings.)
Vice-chairwoman (n): the feminine form of "vice-chairman."
- The vice-chairwoman introduced the guest speaker. (The female deputy leader welcomed the speaker.)
Vice-chairperson (n): a gender-neutral alternative to "vice-chairman."
- The vice-chairperson is responsible for scheduling meetings. (The deputy leader handles the calendar.)
Synonyms
- Deputy chairman: a person who acts as a substitute for the chairman.
- Assistant chairman: a person who aids the chairman in duties.
- Second-in-command: a person next in authority to the chairman.
Related Idioms
- "Second fiddle": to take a subordinate role, similar to the vice-chairman's position.
- He was content to play second fiddle as vice-chairman. (He was happy to be the deputy rather than the leader.)
Phrasal Verbs
- Step in (as vice-chairman): to temporarily take on the role of vice-chairman.
- She stepped in as vice-chairman when the original appointee resigned. (She temporarily assumed the deputy role.)