Pronunciation

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Part of Speech

Noun

Definition

“The Big Cheese” is an idiom used to refer to an important or influential person, especially one who holds a position of authority or power.

Examples

1. “At the meeting, everyone wanted to impress the big cheese.”

2. “If you want this project to succeed, you’ll need to get approval from the big cheese.”

Additional Information

This phrase is often used informally in a lighthearted or humorous manner to describe someone who is seen as the most important figure in a particular context.