Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
make-a-killing
idiom
/meɪk ə ˈkɪlɪŋ/
Definition
To make a large profit, especially in business or financial dealings.
Examples
- After selling his startup, he really made a killing.
- Investing in those stocks allowed her to make a killing last year.
- They made a killing at the flea market by selling handmade crafts.
Meaning
The phrase ‘make-a-killing’ refers to earning a significant amount of money in a short period, often through lucrative opportunities or investments.
Synonyms
- strike it rich
- hit the jackpot
- make a fortune
