big leaguer

• Termo que designa alguém que faz parte da elite de um esporte, especialmente do beisebol, ou, metaforicamente, uma pessoa muito bem-sucedida ou reconhecida em sua área.

A term referring to a person who is part of a major league in sports, especially baseball, or metaphorically someone who is highly successful or prominent in their field.

1. Major league playerB2informalamerican

   A professional athlete who plays in a major sports league, especially baseball.

   Jogador da liga principal

   • He dreamed of becoming a big leaguer since childhood.
   • The team signed a new big leaguer for the upcoming season.
   • Big leaguers often earn high salaries and fame.

2. Important or successful personC1informalamerican

   Someone who is highly successful or influential in their field.

   Pessoa importante ou bem-sucedida

   • After his promotion, he felt like a big leaguer in the corporate world.
   • She's a big leaguer in the tech industry.
   • Only the big leaguers get invited to that exclusive conference.