boss — meaning in English

English meaning

• boss noun A person in charge of others at work, such as a manager, supervisor, or business owner.
• master noun A person with exceptional skill or deep expertise in something.

Senses

boss is used for these senses in English:

• boss (video games) An enemy, often at the end of a level, that is particularly challenging and must be beaten in order to progress.
• master Someone who employs others.

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.

master — full definition

1. noun A person with exceptional skill or deep expertise in something.
2. noun Someone with authority or control over other people, animals, or things.
3. noun A postgraduate degree, or someone holding one.
4. verb To gain complete skill or control over something.
5. adjective Main or most important; controlling all the rest.

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