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Meaning of big enchilada | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

  1. A very important person, especially the highest-ranking individual in an organization.
    slang
  2. Some item of high value, especially a top prize or reward.
    slang

Examples

“The detectives were trying to identify the big enchilada who controlled the entire criminal network.”
“When the lottery results were announced, he was stunned to learn that the big enchilada was all his.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

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