Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
two-a-penny
idiom
/ˌtuː ə ˈpɛni/
Definition
Common and easily found; not unique or special.
Examples
- In today’s market, trendy clothes are two-a-penny, making it hard to stand out.
- It’s hard to find a good mechanic in this town; they seem to be two-a-penny.
Meaning
The phrase ‘two-a-penny’ describes something that is very common or readily available, often implying that it lacks value or significance because of its abundance.
Synonyms
- Commonplace
- Abundant
- Plentiful
- Trivial
