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big

Pronunciation:/bɪɡ//bɪɡ/

noun

Definitions

  1. Someone or something that is large in stature

  2. An important or powerful person; a celebrity; a big name.

  3. (as plural) The big leagues, big time.

  4. (BDSM) The participant in ageplay who acts out the older role.

verb

Definitions

  1. To praise, recommend, or promote.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Of great size, large.

    Example: Elephants are big animals, and they eat a lot.

    Synonyms:amplehugejumbolargemassivesizeablestoor
    Antonyms:littleminiatureminusculeminutesmalltiny
  2. (of an industry or other field, often capitalized) Thought to have undue influence.

    Example: Big Tech

  3. Popular.

    Example: That style is very big right now in Europe, especially among teenagers.

    Synonyms:all the ragein demandwell liked
  4. Adult.

    Example: Kids should get help from big people if they want to use the kitchen.

    Synonyms:adultfully growngrown up
    Antonyms:littleyoung

adverb

Definitions

  1. In a loud manner.

  2. In a boasting manner.

    Example: He's always talking big, but he never delivers.

  3. In a large amount or to a large extent.

    Example: He won big betting on the croquet championship.

  4. On a large scale, expansively.

    Example: You've got to think big to succeed at Amalgamated Plumbing.

big

Pronunciation:/bɪɡ//bɪɡ/

verb

Definitions

  1. To inhabit; occupy

  2. To locate oneself

  3. To build; erect; fashion

  4. To dwell; have a dwelling