n.
Function: noun
Etymology: Dutch baas master
Date: 1653
1 : a person who exercises control or authority specifically : one who directs or supervises workers
2 : a politician who controls votes in a party organization or dictates appointments or legislative measures
– boss · dom \ -d ə m \ noun
– boss · ism \ ' bä- ˌ si-z ə m, ' bo ̇ - \ noun