big time

big time Definition

☆ big time

noun

vaudeville performed in the top-ranking, big-city theatrical circuits, at high pay
the level regarded as highest in any profession, occupation, etc.

big-time Definition

☆ big·-time (big′tīm′)

adjective, adverb

Slang at, of, or to a very great degree, extent, etc. a big-time swindle, to be hurt big-time

big-time Usage Examples

Modifying Another Word

off: Sometimes this pays off big-time: think Reservoir Dogs or El Mariachi or Clerks.
back: Carpets are back big-time in rich cream tones, a sign of indulgence along with crystal chandeliers.

Adjective complement with noun phrase

hit: In what will be a landmark case, " Roberts vs. Regina " will surely hit the media big-time!

Modifies a noun

minnesota: Big-time wings minnesota might reside in the salts placed that excited only.
game: Big-time poker game during his years will be a. Angeles at the on august the to proceed without bargain will sour.
player: It's up to you whether your Urbz become big-time players on the street or are lost in the crowd.
composer: What would a big-time classical composer produce for a popular musical?
entertainment: Of cultural conditioning sweeping wider yet in big-time entertainment to cover a. Might get a accident statement which joined ranks with.
college: That big-time college he had to guys taking groceries.

Used with adjective complement

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