coordinator

noun

co·​or·​di·​na·​tor kō-ˈȯr-də-ˌnā-tər How to pronounce coordinator (audio)
1
: one who coordinates something
… government becomes the coordinator of the economy but not its boss.—Robert Heilbroner
especially : a person who organizes people or groups so that they work together efficiently
a project coordinator
She served as the coordinator of the rescue effort.
(American football) a defensive/offensive coordinator [=a coach who is responsible for overseeing a team's defensive/offensive players and strategies]
2
grammar : coordinating conjunction

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However, the team faces concerns about generating pass rush, especially with star Micah Parsons sidelined, requiring creative schemes from coordinator Jonathan Gannon. — Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026 Mannion’s overhaul of the system was always going to be a big undertaking, especially considering this is the first-time offensive coordinator’s first time managing this responsibility. — Brooks Kubena, New York Times, 2 Aug. 2026 Chiefs special teams coordinator Dave Toub said Allen had been making a strong push for a role before the injury. — Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 2 Aug. 2026 Fulfilling one leading recommendation, the county has hired two new volunteer coordinators — one focused on fostering animals and community outreach, the other on onboarding new volunteers and expanding existing programs. — Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for coordinator

Word History

First Known Use

1849, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of coordinator was in 1849

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