noun
General Slang
boss
BAWS · noun · informal
Respectful/friendly address — 'chief', 'boss'
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A friendly, respectful way to address a man; also used for a big man in charge.
“Wah gwaan, boss?”
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boss In A Sentence
Wah gwaan, boss?
Origin & Usage
Jamaican Patois usage of English 'boss'.
People Also Ask
What does 'boss' mean as Jamaican slang?
It's a friendly, respectful way to address a man, and can also refer to someone actually in charge.
Is calling someone 'boss' respectful?
Yes, it conveys respect and warmth, similar to 'chief', and is often used with strangers or acquaintances.
How do you use 'boss'?
Greet a man with it: 'Wah gwaan, boss?' — often expanded to 'bossman.'
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