big gun

The term "big gun" can describe either a powerful weapon or an influential person or entity in a particular field.

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Definition

B2General

(idiomatic, informal)A person or entity with significant power, influence, or importance.

Example

  • When the negotiations stalled, they brought in the big guns to close the deal.
  • In the tech industry, she's considered a big gun.

B2Military

(technical)A large and powerful weapon, often a cannon or artillery piece.

Example

  • The battleship was equipped with several big guns.
  • The army deployed its big guns to the front line.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "big gun":

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