the boss
Corner office occupant
The boss is someone in charge—an employer, supervisor, or anyone who gives orders.
In slang, the boss can be admiring: the best, the coolest, the one who runs things.
She's the boss around here.
Often implies authority that's either respected or resented, depending on context.
- bigwigInfluential, important person
- administratorPerson who manages operations
- chiefTop-ranking leader
- kingpinCriminal organization's leader
- executiveSenior organizational leader
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