Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
the whole ball of wax
idiom
/ðə hoʊl bɔːl ʌv wɑːks/
Definition
The entire situation or problem, often used to indicate the totality of an issue.
Examples
- When discussing the project, we need to consider the whole ball of wax, including budget, timeline, and resources.
- He explained the whole ball of wax of the situation to her so she could make an informed decision.
Meaning
This phrase refers to everything involved in a particular circumstance or scenario, emphasizing that you are considering all aspects of it.
Synonyms
- the whole shebang
- the whole kit and caboodle
- the entirety
