rag-and-bone shop en · NOUN
Etymology
Derived from the Victorian practice of literally collecting rags and bones from households for resale.
Meanings
- (UK) A dealership selling cheap unwanted second-hand goods, or bric-a-brac, that have been collected for nothing as disposable items.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| rag-and-bone shops | Number=Plur | lexicographic |