Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

on-the-big-small-etc-side

Phrase
/ˈɒn ðə bɪg smɔːl ɛtˈsɪd/
Definition
A phrase used to indicate a general category or spectrum of options, often referring to size or degree.
Examples
  • When assessing the project’s success, we should consider it on the big-small-etc-side to understand its full impact.
  • The restaurant offers dishes on the big-small-etc-side, from hefty entrees to light appetizers.
Meaning
This phrase implies a position or perspective within a range of sizes or conditions, whether large, small, or anything in between.
Synonyms
  • In terms of size
  • On a scale
  • In varying degrees