Meaning of 'boss'

adjective

exceptionally good

Example: "a boss hand at carpentry"

Synonyms: brag

noun

a circular rounded projection or protuberance

Synonyms: knob

noun

a person responsible for hiring workers

Example: "the boss hired three more men for the new job"

Synonyms: hirer

noun

a person who exercises control and makes decisions

Example: "They are their own boss now."

noun

a person who exercises control over workers

Synonyms: foreman chief gaffer honcho

noun

a leader in a political party who controls votes and dictates appointments

Example: "party bosses have a reputation for corruption"

Synonyms: party boss political boss