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Definition boss in British English

boss noun

[countable] noun
/bɒs/
1

the person who is in charge of you at work

Example

I'll ask my boss if I can have a day off next week.

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1.1

someone with a powerful position in an organization

Example

The new constitution limits the power of local party bosses.

Example

Company bosses are opening a new office in San Francisco.

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1.2

the person that other people have to obey

Example

OK, you're the boss!

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2

a circular decoration at the centre of something

Example

the ancient hall, with its magnificent ceiling bosses

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Definition boss in British English