honcho meaning

UK US /ˈhɔntʃoʊ/ 2 syllables

honcho (noun): a person who exercises control over workers.

Definition of honcho

  1. a person who exercises control over workers
    • if you want to leave early you have to ask the foreman

    Synonyms: foreman, chief, gaffer, boss

    Type of: supervisor

    Kinds: baas, ganger, straw boss

How to pronounce honcho

honcho is pronounced /ˈhɔntʃoʊ/ in American English. It has 2 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.

Word lists: words starting with HO · words ending in HO · 6-letter words

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