Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

a-whale-of-a

idiom
/ə ˈweɪl əv ə/
Definition
An informal phrase used to describe something that is very large, significant, or impressive.
Examples
  • They had a whale of a time at the festival last weekend.
  • It was a whale of a performance, leaving the audience in awe.
Meaning
This expression emphasizes the greatness of an experience or object, often conveying a sense of fun or excitement.
Synonyms
  • huge
  • big
  • fantastic
  • incredible