big-picture
|big-pic-ture|
B2
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/bɪɡ ˈpɪktʃər/
🇬🇧
/bɪɡ ˈpɪktʃə/
overall perspective
Etymology
Etymology Information
'big-picture' originates from the English words 'big' and 'picture', where 'big' meant 'large' and 'picture' meant 'a visual representation'.
Historical Evolution
'big-picture' evolved from the phrase 'big picture', which was used to describe a comprehensive view or understanding.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a large visual representation', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'an overall perspective or understanding'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
considering or relating to the overall perspective or long-term view of a situation.
She has a big-picture approach to managing the team.
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Last updated: 2025/02/28 19:01