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Kragen — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • boss noun A person in charge of others at work, such as a manager, supervisor, or business owner.
  • collar noun The part of a shirt, jacket, or coat that fits around the neck.
  • neck noun The part of the body connecting the head to the shoulders and trunk.

Senses

Kragen is used for these senses in English:

  • boss (mechanics) A protrusion; frequently a cylinder of material that extends beyond a hole.
  • collar The part of an upper garment (shirt, jacket, etc.) that fits around the neck and throat, especially if sewn from a separate piece of fabric.
  • collar (technology) Any encircling device or structure.
  • neck The part of a shirt, dress etc., which fits a person's neck.

boss — full definition

  1. noun A person in charge of others at work, such as a manager, supervisor, or business owner.
  2. noun In video games, a particularly difficult enemy that must be defeated to advance, often appearing at the end of a level.
  3. verb To order someone around, especially repeatedly and without much regard for their opinion.
  4. adj (informal) Excellent; first-rate.
  5. noun A rounded lump or raised knob on a surface, such as a decorative stud or a natural rock outcrop.

collar — full definition

  1. noun The part of a shirt, jacket, or coat that fits around the neck.
  2. noun A band placed around the neck of an animal for identification or control.
  3. verb Informal: to catch, stop, or corner someone.

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