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line manager

noun/laɪn ˈmænɪdʒə/

A2CEFR level
10/100Rarity: common
TechnicalRegister

The manager with direct responsibility for an employee's work, appraisal and day-to-day supervision.

Any leave request has to be signed off by your line manager before it reaches HR.

Similar: supervisor

Topic: Leadership & management in Business English

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