Big-league (adjective)

Of or relating to the highest level of professional sports, usually implying that the league is the most important or prestigious one in the sport.

Origin:

This phrase is derived from the phrase "big league" which refers to the highest level of professional sports, particularly baseball in the united states. the use of the word "big" implies that the league is the most important or prestigious one in the sport.

Examples:

1. He's been working hard for years to make it to the big-league.
2. The big-league team is the best in the country.
3. Playing in the big-league is a dream come true for him.
4. The big-league game was exciting to watch.
5. He's always been a big-league player at heart.