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  1. MAKE A KILLING definition: 1. to earn a lot of money in a short time and with little effort: 2. to earn a lot of money in a…. Learn more.

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  3. Definition of make a killing in the Idioms Dictionary. make a killing phrase. What does make a killing expression mean? Definitions by the largest Idiom Dictionary.

  4. The idiom “make a killing” is commonly used in English to describe situations where someone earns a large amount of money quickly and easily. This phrase can be applied to various scenarios, from business ventures to gambling or even criminal activities.

  5. If you make a killing, you make a large profit very quickly and easily. [informal] They have made a killing on the deal. [+ on] Synonyms: profit, gain, clean up [informal], be lucky More Synonyms of make a killing. See full dictionary entry for killing. Collins COBUILD Advanced Learner’s Dictionary.

  6. Enjoy a large and quick profit, as in They made a killing in real estate . This expression alludes to a hunter's success. [ Slang ; late 1800s]

  7. “Make a killing” is an idiom with roots deeply embedded in the concepts of hunting, gambling, and financial speculation. And it is a widely used idiom that signifies achieving substantial financial success quickly and effortlessly.

  8. To make a killing means to large profit, especially in a short time with little effort; have great financial success; to quickly earn a great sum of money. 1, 2, 3. Usage Notes. The idiom ‘make a killing’ is often used in regard to financial success in the stock market. Sentence Examples.

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