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big–ticket (adjective)

big–ticket /ˈbɪgˈtɪkət/ adjective

big–ticket

/ˈbɪgˈtɪkət/

adjective

Britannica Dictionary definition of BIG–TICKET

chiefly US, informal

: having a high price : expensive

big-ticket items like cars and appliances

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