Mr. Big

noun

Slang.

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

Mr Big

noun

1. slang,  the head of an organization, esp of a criminal organization

Word History and Origins

Origin of Mr. Big¹

First recorded in 1935–40

Example Sentences

Known by the nickname “Mr. Big Shot,” Billups made five All-Star teams.

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Mr. Big’s exit hurt, but it did not assault our eyeballs.

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The two women actually confirmed their relationship in February in a slightly profane TikTok interview with a man who goes by the name Mr. Big, but the video appears to have passed mostly under the radar until now because neither person named herself.

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The chat started with a question about their worst dates then segued into Mr. Big asking what the two expect from a guy on a first date.

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“You” performer Camp did mention that she was an actor, but Mr. Big didn’t follow up.

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