Definition
The boss, the leader (of the pack).
In a competition, the one expected to win.
Opposite In Meaning
- bottom dog
- underdog
How People Actually Use It
A person who uses their good looks, charm, and humour (if they posess it) to dominate others. He/she navigates the social or business world with the perception of having everything under control. Generally coming in at the lead, the top dog exerts a wide circle of influence around themselves. Historically a male, recent times have seen the emergence of female top dogs as well.
""How does she doe it, she's a real top dog." "I felt a little emasculated by that comment, but it's OK because I know she is joking." *for male specific examples, see other definitions."
Source: Urban Dictionary