big boy

短语

大亨, 大人物

发音

AU

词形变化

big boys 复数 big boys

释义与例句

n.
  1. 1.

    Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see big, boy.

  2. 2.

    A large object or person.

    习语

    I've been dying to get behind the wheel of this big boy.

  3. 3.

    A male child who is considered mature enough for some purpose.

    习语 非正式

    You're a big boy now, and big boys go to school.

  4. 4.

    An adult male, considered to be sufficiently mature and independent.

    习语 非正式

    He is a big boy and can take care of himself.

    Coordinate term: big girl

  5. 5.

    One who is in a dominant position, such as in business, elite sport, etc.

    He started a small manufacturing plant, but he couldn't compete with the big boys.