big time

big time

n. Informal

The most prestigious level of attainment in a competitive field: made it to the big time with his latest film.

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big′-tim′er n.

big time

n

informal

a. the big time the highest or most profitable level of an occupation or profession, esp the entertainment business

b. (as modifier): a big-time comedian.

ˈbig-ˈtimer n

big′ time′

n.

1. Informal. the highest or most important level in any profession or occupation.

2. a circuit of vaudeville theaters presenting just two performances daily and featuring only the most successful entertainers.

[1860–65, Amer.]

big′-time′, adj.

big′-tim′er, n.

Thesaurus

Noun

1.

big time - the highest level of an occupation (especially in entertainment) success - a state of prosperity or fame; "he is enjoying great success"; "he does not consider wealth synonymous with success"

big time

noun fame, glory, celebrity, prominence, stardom, renown, public esteem the first player from Japan to hit the big time

Translations

big time

n "big time" politics → politica con la 'p' maiuscola