big one
The term "big one" is versatile in colloquial and informal English, often used to describe significant events, amounts of money, or other notable occurrences.
Definition
B2General
(colloquial)An important or major event or situation.
Example
- Winning the championship was the big one for the team.
B2Finance
(US, informal)A thousand dollars.
Example
- He won the bet and took home a big one.
C1Seismology
(technical)A massive and destructive earthquake.
Example
- Scientists are preparing for the possibility of the Big One hitting the region.
B2General
(informal)A substantial amount of money.
Example
- He spent a big one on his new car.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "big one":
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