Pronunciation: [bˈɪɡhɛd] (IPA) 
The word "bighead" is typically spelled as two separate words, "big" and "head." However, in some contexts, it may be spelled as a compound word, "bighead." The IPA phonetic transcription for this word would be /ˈbɪɡhɛd/, with the stress on the first syllable. The two words are pronounced separately, with the "i" in "big" pronounced as a short "ih" sound, and the "ea" in "head" pronounced as a long "eh" sound.
Bighead is a noun with multiple definitions depending on the context. Primarily, it refers to an inflated sense of one's own importance or abilities, often accompanied by arrogance or boastful behavior. It describes a person who excessively boasts about their accomplishments, talents, or knowledge in an exaggerated manner, without considering or recognizing the input or achievements of others. This individual tends to showcase their achievements in an attempt to gain recognition, admiration, or validation from others.
Furthermore, bighead can also be used to describe a condition affecting animals, specifically fish, where abnormal bone growth occurs in the skull, leading to a swollen appearance. This manifestation can result in disfigurement and health complications for the affected animal.
In addition, bighead might also refer to a type of freshwater fish belonging to the carp family, native to Asia. These fish are characterized by their large head and elongated body. They are commonly found in slow-moving rivers and lakes, and they are often sought after as game fish due to their sizable proportions and strong fighting ability when caught.
Moreover, in colloquial or slang usage, bighead can also be a teasing term to affectionately refer to someone who has achieved success or fame, but who sometimes displays arrogance or self-importance as a result. This usage is often lighthearted and playful, typically without the negative connotations of arrogance associated with the primary definition.
The word "bighead" originated from the combination of two separate words: "big" and "head".
The word "big" has Old English origins, coming from the Proto-Germanic word "bugjan", which means "to bend". Over time, it came to mean "large" or "great" in size or quantity.
On the other hand, the word "head" originated from Old English "heafod", derived from the Proto-Germanic word "haubudam". It refers to the uppermost part of the human body that contains the brain and sensory organs.
When the two words are combined to form "bighead", the term is used figuratively to describe someone who is excessively proud, conceited, or self-important. The word is widely used to refer to individuals who have an inflated sense of their own importance or abilities.
