Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cut-and-dried
adjective
/ˌkʌtənˈdraɪd/
Definition
A situation or result that is fixed and unchangeable; lacking in depth, creativity, or originality.
Examples
- The plan was cut-and-dried, leaving no space for any new ideas.
- His presentation felt cut-and-dried, following the same script as the previous year.
Meaning
This phrase is often used to describe something that is predetermined or straightforward, with no room for interpretation or variation.
Synonyms
- routine
- standard
- formulaic
- predictable
