Idiom
bits and bobs
Meanings
A mixture of small miscellaneous objects, especially ones that are not organized or not very valuable.
Small, minor tasks, details, or leftover things that need attention but are not major.
Definition
Small miscellaneous items or details that are not important enough to name individually.
"Bits and bobs" means a collection of small, mixed things, often gathered without a clear order. People use it for random objects around the house or for minor tasks and details. It suggests variety and a casual, not very organized group of items.
Examples
- I spent the afternoon sorting out bits and bobs in the junk drawer.
- We just need to buy a few bits and bobs for the party.
- She packed bits and bobs into a small box before moving.
- He did bits and bobs around the house while dinner was cooking.
- The bag was full of bits and bobs from the craft store.
More at B2 level
- Bob's your uncle Used to say that something will be easy or will happen exactly as expected after a simple step.
- touch base To touch base means to briefly contact someone to share a quick update or confirm plans.
- ballpark figure A ballpark figure is an approximate number or estimate, not an exact one.
- take the mickey To take the mickey means to tease someone or make fun of them in a not-too-serious way.
- cheap as chips Very cheap; costing very little money.
More noun phrases
- ballpark figure A ballpark figure is an approximate number or estimate, not an exact one.
- gravy train A gravy train is an easy, steady way to make a lot of money with little effort.
- green thumb A green thumb is a natural skill at growing and caring for plants.
- mug's game A mug's game is an activity that is pointless or likely to end badly for the person doing it.
- level playing field A level playing field is a situation where everyone has the same opportunities and no unfair advant…