- big-time
- I. \\ˈ ̷ ̷| ̷ ̷\ adjective
1. : of or relating to the big time2. : outstanding, prominent, top-notch, first-classII. \\ˈ ̷ ̷ ˌ ̷ ̷ \ adverb
her presentation was definitely big-time
Etymology: big time: in a major or large-scale waythe new show bombed big-time
also : to a large degreeyou owe me big-time
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bigˈ-time adjective1. At the top level2. ImportantadverbTo a large extent, greatly• • •Main Entry: ↑big* * *
big-time or big time,noun, adjective, adverb.–n.,,adj.Slang. the top level, especially in the arts, sports, public affairs, industry, or the theater.–adv.Informal. in a significant way or to a great degree.* * *
I/ˈbıgˌtaım/ adj, always used before a noun: relating to or involved in the highest or most successful level of an activityI covered big-time [=major] college sports for the newspaper.
———————— IIHe became a big-time racketeer.
advchiefly US informal : in a big way : very much or very badlyThe new show bombed big-time. [=the new show was very unsuccessful]
You owe me big-time.
Useful english dictionary. 2012.