Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
underboss
noun
/ˈʌndərˌbɔs/
Definition
A high-ranking member of a crime organization who is second in command to the boss.
Examples
- The underboss is responsible for overseeing various criminal activities and managing other members of the organization.
- In many crime movies, the underboss is depicted as a loyal enforcer of the boss’s wishes.
- The power struggle between the boss and the underboss can lead to tension within the organization.
Meaning
In organized crime, the underboss acts as the chief deputy of the boss, handling day-to-day operations and making important decisions.
Synonyms
- second-in-command
- deputy
- lieutenant
- right-hand man
