Meaning of the word "boss around" in English

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boss around

US /bɔːs əˈraʊnd/
UK /bɔːs əˈraʊnd/
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Phrasal Verb

1.

to tell someone what to do, especially in a way that is annoying or rude

Example:
My older brother always tries to boss me around.
She doesn't like it when people boss her around.
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