The Clue
Corp. bigshot (3 letter answer)
The Answer
CEO
Tags
Notes
The answer CEO is seen frequently, appearing about once every 150 puzzles.
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Definition
CEO as a noun:
1. (chief executive officer, CEO, chief operating officer) = the corporate executive responsible for the operations of the firm; reports to a board of directors; may appoint other managers (including a president)