Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
by-the-dozen
phrase
/ˈbaɪ ðə ˈdʌzən/
Definition
In groups of twelve; sold, made, or dealt with in sets of twelve.
Examples
- Eggs are often sold by the dozen at the grocery store.
- We bought cookies by-the-dozen for the school bake sale.
- She ordered T-shirts by-the-dozen for the charity event.
Meaning
The phrase ‘by-the-dozen’ indicates that something is provided or measured in units of twelve, often referring to merchandise that is commonly sold in bulk.
Synonyms
- in bulk
- in sets
- in multiples
