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.