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Bosse is a term with several distinct meanings in different languages and contexts. It can refer to a common noun in French, a given name or nickname in Scandinavian countries, and, less commonly, a surname in various European cultures.

In French, bosse is a concrete noun meaning a bump, lump, or hump. It can describe a swelling on the body, a dent on a surface, or a bump on a vehicle. The word also appears in idiomatic expressions, such as avoir la bosse des maths, which means to have a natural knack for mathematics.

In Sweden and Denmark, Bosse is a masculine given name or nickname. It is commonly used as a diminutive form of Bo, and in some cases as a standalone name. The form is part of everyday naming and has appeared in various public and cultural contexts, particularly in older generations and in popular culture.

As a surname, Bosse exists in some European contexts, typically of Germanic or Nordic origin. While less common than its use as a given name, it can be encountered in official records and as a family name in certain regions.

Overall, bosse illustrates how a single term can traverse languages and social functions, carrying distinct meanings from a physical hallmark to personal naming. For disambiguation with other uses or spellings, see related entries in reference works.