floor manager
Americannoun
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a person assigned to direct the proceedings on the floor of an assembly, as at a political convention.
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the stage manager of a television program.
noun
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the stage manager employed in the production of a television programme
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a person in overall charge of one floor of a large shop or department store
Etymology
Origin of floor manager
An Americanism dating back to 1885–90
Example Sentences
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“China is going on their spring festival for a week starting Feb. 15, and they have only been interested in Brazilian soybeans,” said Brian Pullam, floor manager with Linn & Associates.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 4, 2026
Saraí Ortiz’s father Jose worked 18 years for Ambiance Apparel, rising to become a floor manager at the sprawling fast-fashion warehouse in downtown Los Angeles.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2025
“I just can’t see it. What’s the alternative to China?” said Holger Rebbe, a floor manager.
From New York Times • Jul. 6, 2023
"The floor manager came out ahead of time and said, Please do not boo, please be respectful. You were allowed to applaud," Bartlett said.
From Salon • May 12, 2023
The floor manager came forward, smiling falsely at us, but throwing meaningful looks his attendant’s way.
From "In the Time of the Butterflies" by Julia Alvarez
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