Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

boilerplate

noun

/ˈbɔɪ.lɚˌpleɪt/

Definition

A standard or template text used in documents that does not change, often used in contracts, laws, or communications.

Examples

The contract included a lot of boilerplate that was standard for all agreements.
He added a boilerplate section at the end of the report outlining the company’s mission.
Many legal documents are filled with boilerplate language that lawyers use repeatedly.

Meaning

Boilerplate refers to sections of text or language that are reused in many different contexts without alteration. It’s typically generic and serves as a foundational part of a document.