brass hat

Noun

Informal term for a high-ranking military officer or an important person in authority.

ریشه

The term 'brass hat' is derived from the idea that high-ranking officers often wear brass insignia on their hats.

مثال

• The general arrived with a group of brass hats.
• He's a real brass hat in the company, making all the important decisions.
• The brass hats held a meeting to discuss the strategy.