head honcho
Meaning: the person in charge; the leader.
Language: English
Literally: head honcho
Category: Daily Life
Origin: American from Japanese 'honcho' meaning leader; post-WWII term.
More idioms — Daily Life
- get the short end of the stick — to receive unfair treatment; to get the worse deal.
- no love lost — mutual dislike; bad relations between people.
- throw in the towel — to give up; to concede defeat.
- the real McCoy — the genuine article; something authentic and high quality.
- get a kick out of something — to enjoy something greatly; to find something amusing.
- run it up the flagpole — to test an idea; to present something for approval or feedback.
More English idioms
- up the creek without a paddle — in a difficult situation without means to escape.
- paint the town red — to celebrate wildly; to party extensively.
- fit as a fiddle — in excellent physical condition; healthy.
- take the plunge — to commit to something risky; to make a decisive move.
- a nose for something — a talent for finding or recognizing something; keen instinct.
- keep your chin up — to remain optimistic; to stay courageous during difficulty.
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