Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cohead

noun

/ˈkoʊˌhɛd/

Definition

A cohead is a person who shares leadership responsibilities with one or more individuals in a specific role or position.

Examples

As coheads of the marketing team, they were able to launch a successful campaign together.
The project was a triumph because the coheads collaborated effectively throughout.
She serves as the cohead of the research department, working closely with her counterpart.

Meaning

The term refers to someone who jointly heads a department or organization alongside another person or persons, coordinating efforts and making decisions collaboratively.