"like someone owns the place" meaning in English

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Adverb

Head templates: {{en-adv|-}} like someone owns the place (not comparable)
  1. (idiomatic, derogatory) In a self-important and domineering manner; self-importantly, arrogantly. Tags: derogatory, idiomatic, not-comparable Synonyms: as if someone owns the place
    Sense id: en-like_someone_owns_the_place-en-adv-J3cL7Twy Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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