Meaning of big boy | Babel Free
Definitions
- Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see big, boy.
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A large object or person. idiomatic
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An adult male, considered to be sufficiently mature and independent. idiomatic, informal
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One who is in a dominant position, such as in business, elite sport, etc. plural-normally
Equivalents
Suomi
iso poika
Français
grand garçon
Examples
“I've been dying to get behind the wheel of this big boy.”
“He is a big boy and can take care of himself.”
“He started a small manufacturing plant, but he couldn't compete with the big boys.”
“The prize now for Larne is massive… something in the region of £3million. They are the envy of every other Irish League club by forcing their way in with the big boys in the UEFA Conference League.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.