Noun Definition

boss

1.Definition: a circular rounded projection or protuberance

Category: Objects

2.Definition: a leader in a political party who controls votes and dictates appointments

"Party bosses have a reputation for corruption"

Related Noun(s):party boss, political boss

Category: People

3.Definition: a person responsible for hiring workers

"The boss hired three more men for the new job"

Related Noun(s):hirer

Category: People

4.Definition: a person who exercises control and makes decisions

"He is his own boss now"

Category: People

5.Definition: a person who exercises control over workers

Related Noun(s):chief, foreman, gaffer, honcho

Category: People