Quit with rude gesture for boss (3)

I believe the answer is:
gov
This clue could be a double definition.
'quit with rude gesture' is the first definition.
The definition suggests a singular noun which matches the answer.
'boss' is the second definition.
Both the definition and answer are singular nouns.
Maybe you can see a link between them that I can't see?
'for' acts as a link.
Can you help me to learn more?
I've seen this clue in The Independent.
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