English Explanatory Dictionary

heavy hitter

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A player with a favorable batting average who is especially good at hitting the ball deep into the outfield or farther.
  2. In any sport, a strong, physical player who is particularly effective.
  3. A person of considerable importance who is a major decision maker or capable achiever; an especially significant organization or an especially functional object.

Pronunciation

en-au-heavy hitter.ogg

Word forms

heavy hitter heavy hitters heavy-hitter

Synonyms

big shot heavyweight
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