intj
Meaning 1
Take care; look out.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: South-Africa, obsolete
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Phrase guide
boss up
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verb
Meaning 2
To strive to reach one's goals through effort and determination; to start working hard.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: intransitive, slang
Examples
- When life gets you down, boss up and take control.
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verb
Meaning 3
To modify a corner in sheet lead to avoid leaving a hole in the angle.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: business, construction, manufacturing, plumbing
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verb
Meaning 4
To manage a household and its servants.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: dated, transitive
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History
Etymology
From Dutch pas op from Afrikaans.
From various senses of boss; first sense possibly devised as a gender-neutral form of man up.