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/ˈsuːpɚˌvaɪzɚ/ · su·per·vi·sor
noun
  1. A person with the official task of overseeing the work of a person or group, or of other operations and activities. The supervisor ensured that all employees met their deadlines.
  2. A person who monitors someone to make sure they comply with rules or other requirements set for them. The school supervisor checked the students' homework for accuracy.
  3. In certain states, an elected member of the governing body for a county which is called the board of supervisors. The county supervisor attended the town hall meeting to discuss local issues.
Did you know? The term 'supervisor' has been used in various contexts, including business, education, and government, to describe individuals who oversee and manage the work of others.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 16, 2026