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formann (generelt)

substantiv

full

chair

noun

Definitions of chair

English

the person designated to preside over any body

Representative Green was appointed chairman of the Ways and Means Committee.

English

the person designated to preside over meetings of the board of directors of a company

In his role as company chairman, he exercises a lot of influence over the running of the business.