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Big boy

noun, slang

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Noun
  1. 1
    Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see big, boy.
  2. 2
    A large object or person. idiomatic

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

  3. 3
    An adult male, considered to be sufficiently mature and independent. idiomatic, informal

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

  4. 4
    One who is in a dominant position, such as in business, elite sport, etc. plural-normally

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

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