bosh

[bäSH, bôSH]

bosh Definition

  • 1nonsense
  • 2absurd or foolish talk or ideas

Using bosh: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "bosh" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I'm not going to listen to any more of this bosh!

  • Example

    The whole idea is complete bosh.

  • Example

    He talks a lot of bosh about politics.

  • Example

    Don't believe a word of it - it's all bosh.

bosh Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with bosh

  • talk bosh

    to talk nonsense

    Example

    He was talking bosh about how he could run faster than Usain Bolt.

  • a load of old bosh

    complete nonsense

    Example

    The idea that the earth is flat is a load of old bosh.

  • nonsense

    Example

    Don't listen to him - it's all bosh and nonsense.

Origins of bosh

originated in the late 18th century as a slang term, of unknown origin

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Summary: bosh in Brief

'Bosh' [bäSH, bôSH] is a noun that refers to nonsense or absurd talk or ideas. It is often used to describe something that is completely untrue or ridiculous. Examples include 'I'm not going to listen to any more of this bosh!' and 'The whole idea is complete bosh.' 'Bosh' is informal and can be replaced with synonyms like 'balderdash' and 'poppycock.'