big boy

English

Pronunciation

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Noun

big boy (plural big boys)

1. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see big,‎ boy.
2. (idiomatic) A large object or person.

   I've been dying to get behind the wheel of this big boy.

3. (idiomatic, informal) An adult male, considered to be sufficiently mature and independent.

   He is a big boy and can take care of himself.

Translations

An independent adult male

• Finnish: iso poika
• French: grand garçon

See also

• big girl
• bad boy
• old boy
• big boys