The slang term “Grand Poobah” refers to a person in a position of power or authority, often used in a humorous or exaggerated way. It originated from the character “Grand Poobah” in the television show “The Flintstones,” who was the leader of a secret society.
In popular culture, “Grand Poobah” is often used to mock or satirize people who hold themselves to be highly important or influential. It is also used to describe someone who has a high-ranking position or holds great authority within a particular organization or group.
Example 1: “John acts like he’s the Grand Poobah of the office, always bossing everyone around and making decisions without consulting anyone else.”
Example 2: “The committee is led by the Grand Poobah of the industry, who has the final say in all the major decisions regarding the project.”
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