Mr. Big

nounSlang.

a man having the highest authority, control, prestige, or influence in a group, field, situation, or the like, especially in the underworld.

Origin of Mr. Big

First recorded in 1935–40

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How to use Mr. Big in a sentence

“That show was a lot about having a boyfriend, Mr. Big coming in and going out,” says Thomas.
Marlo Thomas Says Girls Should Feel Free to Be Like Hannah Horvath | Emily Shire | April 24, 2014 | THE DAILY BEAST
Mr. Big: “After a while, you just want to be with the one that makes you laugh.”
‘Sex and the City’ 15th Anniversary: 15 Lessons on Aging Gracefully | Kevin Fallon | June 6, 2013 | THE DAILY BEAST
Did you sneak off for quickies with bimbos while you were playing Mr. Big Shot in the Lipstick Building?
What Ruth Told Bernie | Jane Hitchcock | August 14, 2009 | THE DAILY BEAST

British Dictionary definitions for Mr Big

Mr Big

noun

slang, mainly US the head of an organization, esp of a criminal organization

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