1. Plural of ombudsperson; officials appointed to investigate complaints from the public against government agencies or organizations and help resolve disputes.
Usage: Plural form; gender-neutral alternative to 'ombudsmen' or 'ombudswomen'; Commonly used in government, education, and corporate contexts

Examples

• The university hired three ombudspersons to handle student complaints.
• Ombudspersons play a crucial role in ensuring fair treatment within large organizations.
• Several ombudspersons investigated the allegations against the government agency.
• The office of ombudspersons received over 500 complaints last year.
• Many countries employ ombudspersons to protect citizens' rights.
• The ombudspersons recommended policy changes based on their findings.