Definition of
chief is the dictionary form of chiefer Definition of chief
chief has definitions from the field of work
1
[ adjective ] most important element

Synonyms

main principal primary

Examples

"the chief aim of living" "the main doors were of solid glass" "the principal rivers of America" "the principal example" "policemen were primary targets"

2
[ noun ] a person who is in charge

Synonyms

head top_dog

Examples

"the head of the whole operation"

3
[ adjective ] (of persons) highest in rank or authority or office

Synonyms

top boss head arch

Examples

"his arch rival" "the boss man" "the chief executive" "head librarian" "top administrators"

4
[ noun ] (work) a person who exercises control over workers

Synonyms

boss foreman honcho gaffer

Examples

"if you want to leave early you have to ask the foreman"

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Chevere cheever chaffer chevre chopper chipper chew_over Chavera

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