Definition of "full-bore" in English

adjective

1. Thoroughgoing; complete; total.

   • The problem had grown into a full-bore crisis.
   • He is a full-bore environmental activist.

2. (of a firearm) Having a relatively large caliber.

   • Mounted on the wall was a full-bore elephant gun.

adverb

1. At top speed; with full power.

   • The car raced full-bore into oncoming traffic.
   • He is full-bore into environmental activism.