big game

• Terme désignant les grands animaux sauvages chassés pour le sport ou les trophées, comme les éléphants, les lions ou les ours ; également utilisé métaphoriquement pour décrire un événement important ou un objectif à enjeux élevés dans les affaires ou le sport.

A term referring to large wild animals hunted for sport or trophies, such as elephants, lions, or bears; also used metaphorically to describe a major, high-stakes event or target in business or sports.

1. Large wild animals hunted for sportB2formal

   Large animals, such as elephants, lions, or bears, that are hunted for sport or trophies.

   gros gibier

   • The safari was organized for big game hunting.
   • He traveled to Africa to hunt big game.
   • Conservationists are working to protect big game from poachers.

2. Important or high-stakes competitionB2informal

   A major or significant event, competition, or challenge, often in sports or business.

   grand rendez-vous

   • The championship match is the big game of the season.
   • They are preparing for the big game against their rivals.
   • In business, landing this contract is the big game.