baas

n. බාස්

Definition:

Baas (noun): (1) A term derived from Afrikaans, primarily used in South Africa, referring to a boss, employer, or supervisor, particularly in a farming or domestic work context. The term is often associated with the history of racial dynamics and segregation in the country.

Baas may also connote authority, power, or dominance over workers or subordinates. The term carries connotations of hierarchy and control, reflecting historical inequalities and power disparities in South African society.