Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lead-pipe-cinch
idiom
/ˈliːd paɪp sɪnʧ/
Definition
Something that is certain or guaranteed to happen.
Examples
- If John gets elected, it’s a lead-pipe-cinch that he’ll implement those new policies.
- Becoming the champion was a lead-pipe-cinch for the athlete after the rigorous training.
Meaning
A term used to describe a situation or outcome that is so obvious or assured that there is no doubt about it.
Synonyms
- no-brainer
- sure thing
- slam dunk
- certainty
