the big picture meaning?

Question

What is the meaning of "the big picture" idiom?

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Idiom Conjugations:

 

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Gerund Form of the Idiom:

Understanding the big picture is a helpful experience.
 

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Idiom Usage:

The big picture can be used formally or informally.
 
 

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Idiom Scenario 3:

the big picture  

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Idiom Scenario 2:

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Two mothers are talking about their children's progress in school ...

Mother 1: How is Jenny doing with her studies?
Mother 2: She has trouble putting in the effort required to do well.
Mother 1: Why is that?
Mother 2: Jenny is always asking why the details of what she is studying are important. She wants to know when she will ever need algebra in her life.
Mother 1: It's too bad that children don't understand the big picture of life.
Mother 2: Yes, too true. It might be easier for them to understand why they need to study.

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Idiom Scenario 1:

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Two accountants are talking ...

Accountant 1: What have you been working on lately?
Accountant 2: I'm not really sure. I've only been given a few cost centers to work with.
Accountant 1: And how's that going?
Accountant 2: Not very well. The boss is having me make a lot of corrections. I just don't understand what the requirements are.
Accountant 1: Perhaps if the boss gave you the big picture, you would understand how you could help.
Accountant 2: Absolutely!

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Idiom Definition:

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"the big picture "

a complete understanding or view of something

Synonyms: all-embracing, awareness, blanket, broad, comprehensive, ensemble, essence, everything, full, fullness, global, idea, inclusive, knowledge, mastery, overall, plan, sum, sweeping, thorough, total, understand, understanding