Big Boy

American  

noun

1. an articulated steam locomotive having a four-wheeled front truck, one section of eight driving wheels, a second section of eight driving wheels, and a four-wheeled rear truck.

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Example Sentences

But you know, let’s be a big boy.

From The Wall Street Journal

Indiana stormed into big boy Oregon’s duck pond and decisively beat an undefeated No. 2 superpower riding an 18-game home winning streak, 30-20.

From The Wall Street Journal

Exposed: This Indiana team is a big boy itself.

From The Wall Street Journal

Now that Indiana is formally a big boy, Cignetti is happy to turn down the dial and coach.

From The Wall Street Journal

“Then, buckle up and slap on some Oakleys, big boy. Welcome to ICE.”

From Salon