Bossism

/ˈbɔːsɪzəm/ noun

A system or practice of rule by a boss, especially in politics where a single powerful person controls a party or organization.

From 'boss' + '-ism' (suffix denoting a system, doctrine, or practice). Emerged in 19th-century American English to describe political machine governance, particularly in urban centers.

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