guv’nor
noun/ˈɡʌvnə(r)/
/ˈɡʌvnər/
(British English, informal)- (often used as a way of addressing somebody) a man who is in a position of authority, for example your employer
- Do you want me to ask the guv'nor about it?
Word Originmid 19th cent.: representing a non-standard or colloquial pronunciation.Want to learn more?
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