Word of the Week

Codswallop

Codswallop

Sunday, 2 March 2025

Meaning: Nonsense; something untrue or ridiculous.

Origin: The exact origin is uncertain, but one theory suggests it dates back to the 19th century and may refer to poor-quality beer (“wallop” being slang for beer).

Usage:"He claimed he could finish the entire report in an hour, but that’s absolute codswallop."

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