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bossing Definition


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boss2
noun bosses
    1. A round raised knob or stud on a shield, etc, usually for decoration.
    2. archit.
      A round raised decorative knob found where the ribs meet in a vaulted ceiling.
    3. mech.
      A thickened part of a shaft, to allow the attachment of other parts, or for strengthening.
verb
    bosses, bossed, bossing
    1. To ornament something with bosses.
Derivative: bossed
adj
    Embossed, or ornamented with bosses.
Etymology: 14c: from French boce.



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