The big apple meaning in English

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Definition

The Big Apple: New York (slang) noun

Examples

  • "Jean : Ah, the Big Apple!"
Exercise 1
In his excitement, Jean uses a classic nickname for New York City. What does he call it?
In his excitement, Jean uses a classic nickname for New York City. What does he call it?
This is not a nickname for New York City. Although Batman might keep a residence in New York (he is quite rich), his hometown is in fact Gotham.
This is actually a nickname for the State of New York, not for New York City!
This is the correct answer. "The Big Apple" has been used as a nickname for New York City since the 1920s.
This is actually a name for the people of New York City, not for the city itself.

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