Definition
bossed
verb
- past tense of boss; gave orders to someone in an authoritative way
adjective
- having a raised rounded decoration or ornament
Usage: technical; decorative arts
Examples
- She bossed her younger siblings around all afternoon.
- The manager bossed the employees until they complained to HR.
- He always bossed people around when he was stressed.
- The shield had a bossed center with intricate designs.
- The bossed metalwork showed the craftsman’s skill.
- Ancient warriors carried bossed shields into battle.