Poobah
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈpuːbɑː/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Poobah is a noun meaning A person who holds multiple offices or positions of power at the same time.
Meaning
A person who holds multiple offices or positions of power at the same time.
More Meanings
- A leader or other important person.
- A pompous, self-important person.
Example Sentences
‘I said pooh-pooh,’ Duxmann Pooh Bah said.
Word Forms
- poobahs
- pooh bah
- pooh-bah
- poo bah
- poo-bah
- Poo-Bah
- Pooh-Bah
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include double-jobbing, overchief, officer, officeholder, office-holder, overboss.
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