Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
money-for-old-rope
idiom
ˈmʌni fər oʊld roʊp
Definition
A phrase used to describe a situation where someone receives money or a benefit with little or no effort, often implying a sense of being overpaid for something of little value.
Examples
- If you can sell that old furniture for a good price, it’s just money-for-old-rope.
- He views his recent freelance work as money-for-old-rope because it’s something he could do in his sleep.
Meaning
To get paid for something that requires minimal effort, often seen as a way to exploit a situation for easy profit.
Synonyms
- easy profit
- quick cash
- windfall
