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from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.

  • noun One considered to have the dominant position or highest authority, especially as a result of a competitive victory.

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  • noun idiomatic the boss, the leader (of the pack)
  • noun idiomatic in a competition, the one expected to win

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  • noun a person who is in charge

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