"big enchilada" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Audio: en-au-big enchilada.ogg Forms: big enchiladas [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} big enchilada (plural big enchiladas)
  1. (slang) A very important person, especially the highest-ranking individual in an organization. Tags: slang
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  2. (slang) Some item of high value, especially a top prize or reward. Tags: slang Synonyms: brass ring
    Sense id: en-big_enchilada-en-noun-LESO~FVi

Inflected forms

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