headmen

/ˈhɛdmɛn/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who is the leader or chief of a group or community, especially in a traditional or tribal society.

“The headmen of the village came together to discuss the upcoming harvest festival.”

2. noun

A person who is in charge of a particular organization or department, especially in a business or government setting.

“The headmen of the company’s marketing department were responsible for launching the new campaign.”

Synonyms

  • chiefs
  • leaders

Antonyms

  • followers
  • subordinates