-ˌbȯ\
Definition of pooh-bah
1 : a person holding many public or private offices
2 : a person in high position or of great influence
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The first known use of pooh-bah was in 1886
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pooh-bah
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English Language Learners Definition of pooh-bah
: a person who has a lot of power or influence
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