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father of the chapel

British  

noun

  1.  FoC.  (in British trade unions in the publishing and printing industries) a shop steward

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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As joint father of the chapel with Peter Johnson, he has protected scores of jobs and encouraged colleagues to thrive in challenging circumstances.

From The Guardian • Aug. 18, 2012

The father of the chapel has written some handsome resolutions to make the article longer.

From David Lockwin—The People's Idol by McGovern, John

Immediately after the departure of Mr. Naylor, the asphalt of the footpath just in front of his gate was picked up with an energy that merited rebuke from any self-respecting father of the chapel.

From John Dene of Toronto A Comedy of Whitehall by Jenkins, Herbert George

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