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chieftain

UK
/ˈtʃiːftən/
US
/ˈtʃiftən/

Translations

chieftainnoun
chieftains
pl
UK
/ˈtʃiːftən/
US
/ˈtʃiftən/
dirigeantSens figuré ou institutionnel.
The business chieftain was known for his strategic acumen and leadership skills.
Le dirigeant d’entreprise était connu pour son sens stratégique et ses qualités de meneur.
chefChef d’un peuple, d’une tribu ou d’un clan.
The chieftain led his tribe with wisdom and courage.
Le chef mena sa tribu avec sagesse et courage.
Additional translations
caciqueSens figuré, surtout pour une personnalité puissante ou influente.
chef de clanPrécise davantage le sens tribal ou familial.
Synonyms
leader
chief
head
ruler
captain
commander
boss
sovereign
overlord
warlord
chieftainadjective
more chieftain
Comp.
most chieftain
Super.
UK
/ˈtʃiːf.tɪn/
US
/ˈtʃiːf.tən/
Used attributively before another noun to denote association with or characteristic of a chieftain.
Additional translations
de chefRare, littéraire.

Definitions

chieftainnoun
A leader or ruler of a people or clan.
The chieftain led his tribe with wisdom and courage.
A powerful member or leader of an organization or group.
The business chieftain was known for his strategic acumen and leadership skills.
chieftainadjective
Relating to or characteristic of a chieftain.
The shaman wore a chieftain headdress adorned with feathers.
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