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underboss

American  
[uhn-der-baws, -bos] / ˈʌn dərˌbɔs, -ˌbɒs /

noun

  1. a lesser or minor boss, often the second in command, as in an underworld hierarchy.


Etymology

Origin of underboss

First recorded in 1970–75; under- + boss 1

Example Sentences

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Many prosecutions have relied on high-level associates — think mafia underboss Salvatore “Sammy the Bull” Gravano or, in Trump’s case, White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows — turning on their former bosses.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 20, 2023

But the memories of his days in the Mafia now continue with his latest endeavor: The underboss has started a podcast.

From Fox News Dec. 19, 2020

He was foiled after his underboss, Salvatore Gravano, decided to cooperate with the government.

From New York Times Mar. 15, 2019

She was the lead prosecutor in a successful 1987 case against underboss Ilario M.A.

From Washington Post Apr. 25, 2018

Prior to being disbarred, Stewart had been known for representing controversial defendants, including one-time crime underboss Salvatore "Sammy the Bull" Gravano.

From Reuters Dec. 31, 2013

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