silverback
/ˈsɪlvərˌbæk/
noun
- An adult male gorilla with gray or silver hair on its back, typically the leader of a group.
- Visitors watched in awe as the silverback beat his chest.
- The young gorillas stayed close to the silverback for protection.
- The silverback led his troop through the dense jungle.
- A powerful, dominant, or older man, especially one who is a leader in a group or organization.
- In the meeting, the silverback of the team spoke last and everyone listened.
- The CEO was the silverback of the company, making all the major decisions.
- He acted like the silverback of the family, always taking charge.