what's the big idea

used as an interrogative expressing inquiry about the identity, nature, or value of an object or matter

often used to ask for repetition of an utterance or part of an utterance not properly heard or understood

: who

: why

: in what respect : how

used as an interrogative expressing inquiry about the identity, nature, or value of a person, object, or matter

: how remarkable or striking for good or bad qualities

: whatever

: of great strength

: of great force

: large or great in dimensions, bulk, or extent

: in a loud or declamatory manner

: to a large amount or extent

: on a large scale

: an individual or organization of outstanding importance or power

: a big player : a center or forward whose large size and strength are used to control play near the basket

: a transcendent entity that is a real pattern of which existing things are imperfect representations

: a standard of perfection : ideal

: a plan for action : design