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Значение идиомы brass hat

[brass hat] {n.}, {slang} 1. A high officer in the army, navy, or air force.

The brass hats In Washington often discuss important secrets.

2. Any person who has a high position in business, politics, or other work.

Mr. Woods, the rich oil man, is a political brass hat.


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