boss
Plural
bosses
1
a person who is in charge of a large organization or has an important position there
- I'll have to check with my boss before I can confirm.
- My boss gave me a challenging assignment today.
- My boss is very strict about punctuality.
- Our new boss is very different from the previous one.
- She is the boss of a successful tech company.
2
a person who hires people and tells them what to do
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3
a person who exercises control and makes decisions
4
a decorative protruding knob or ornament found at the intersection of ribs in vaulted ceilings or at the center of a ceiling or arch
A boss is an architectural term that refers to a decorative feature found at the intersection of ribbed vaults in a ceiling or at the end of a column. Typically made of stone or plaster, a boss serves both structural and ornamental purposes, helping to distribute weight while adding visual interest to the design. Bosses can be elaborately carved with various motifs, including floral patterns, figures, or symbols that reflect the cultural or religious significance of the building. This element is commonly seen in Gothic architecture, particularly in cathedrals and churches, where it enhances the overall beauty and intricacy of the vaulted ceilings.
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5
a leader in a political party who controls votes and dictates appointments
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a person who is confident, in control, or exceptionally skilled
- He's a boss when it comes to negotiations.
- That chef is a boss in the kitchen.
- She's a boss at organizing events.
- My friend is a boss at coding.
- That designer is a boss with color combinations.
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(New Jersey) nickname for Bruce Springsteen, the rock musician born in the state
- Everyone in Jersey loves The Boss.
- We've got tickets to see The Boss this summer.
- She grew up listening to The Boss on the radio.
- The Boss is still selling out stadiums.
- They call Bruce Springsteen The Boss for a reason.