Chief and Gaffer

Chief

Chief noun - The person (as an employer or supervisor) who tells people and especially workers what to do.
Usage example: our chief is out on a business trip right now

Gaffer is a synonym for chief. (British) In some cases you can use "Gaffer" instead a noun "Chief". informal substitute

Nearby Word: chiefly

Gaffer

Gaffer noun - A person who exercises control over workers.
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Synonyms for Gaffer

Chief is a synonym for gaffer in boss topic. You can use "Chief" instead a noun "Gaffer", if it concerns topics such as male head.

Nearby Words: gaff, gaffed, gaffe, gaffing

How words are described

old old chief old gaffer
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