big enchilada
big enchilada
1. The most important or powerful person in a group, organization, business, or movement (e.g., the boss, leader, etc.). Primarily heard in US, South Africa. I think it sounds like a great idea, but you'll have to ask the big enchilada first.
2. An object or goal of great value, importance, or consequence. Primarily heard in US, South Africa. We only need to win two more games in the tournament to take home the big enchilada.
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Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
big enchilada
see under big cheese.
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The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.
the big enchilada
a person or thing of great importance. North American informalSee also: big, enchilada
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
the big enchiˈlada
(American English, informal, humorous) the most important person or thing: New Hampshire is the big enchilada in American politics.An enchilada is a Mexican dish with meat and a spicy sauce.
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Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
big enchilada
(...ɛntʃəˈlɑdə) n. the boss; the leader. (see also big cheese.) The big enchilada has sent word that it’s safe to return.
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McGraw-Hill's Dictionary of American Slang and Colloquial Expressions
- a big kahuna
- big kahuna
- grand poobah
- a member for Barkshire
- a plum in (one's) mouth
- a plum in your mouth
- double Dutch
- be streets ahead
- blues and twos
- Sounds like a winner!