What does Head of house mean?

Family leader (Household chief) For example: "Respect the head of house. (Respect the family leader.)"

Where does the slang word Head of house come from?

Head of house is a slang term from Namibia. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Namibia and across Africa.

Head of house

🇳🇦 Namibia Slang

Added Aug 10, 2025 · 1 definition

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Head of house definition 1

Family leader (Household chief)

"Respect the head of house. (Respect the family leader.)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 10, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇳🇦 Namibia
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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