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chief

1 chief /ˈtʃiːf/ noun
plural chiefs
1 chief
/ˈtʃiːf/
noun
plural chiefs
Britannica Dictionary definition of CHIEF
[count]
: the person who is the leader of a group of people, of an organization, etc.
2 chief /ˈtʃiːf/ adjective
2 chief
/ˈtʃiːf/
adjective
Britannica Dictionary definition of CHIEF
always used before a noun
: highest in rank or authority
see also commander in chief, editor in chief
: most important : main