vice-president
UK: ˌvaɪs ˈprezɪdənt | US: ˌvaɪs ˈprezɪdənt
n. an officer next in rank to a president, usually empowered to assume the president's duties in their absence
n. (in some organizations) a deputy or assistant leader ranking immediately below the top executive
The term emerged in the 16th century, combining "vice" (Middle English spelling of vice-) with "president" to denote a deputy leader. The prefix vice- reflects the Latin concept of substitution (e.g., vice versa), while president originally referred to one who "sits before" others in authority. The hybrid structure captures the hierarchy of leadership succession.
The vice-president will chair the meeting in the CEO's absence.
She was elected vice-president of the student council.
The vice-president oversees daily operations while the president focuses on strategy.
In the U.S., the vice-president also serves as president of the Senate.
His promotion from vice-president to president was announced yesterday.