What does bog-standard mean?
Bog-standard means (informal, derogatory) Utterly basic, ordinary, or standard; unremarkable, unexceptional, etc..
Bog-standard
/ˌbɒɡˈstændəd/ · adjective
Meaning
(informal, derogatory) Utterly basic, ordinary, or standard; unremarkable, unexceptional, etc..
Example Sentences
Bog standard Sprite, 1959, two owners.
She was ‘bog standard’—meaning straight from the production line without modifications.
Don't misunderstand me: there's nothing wrong with a low-cost bog-standard service, it's just that many people want something more and are happy to pay for it.
Synonyms for bog-standard
Antonyms for bog-standard
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Word Forms
- bog standard
- bogstandard
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for bog-standard?
Common synonyms include bogey, boggo, average, basic.
What is the opposite of bog-standard?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use bog-standard in a sentence?
Bog standard Sprite, 1959, two owners.
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