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Meaning – Nonsense. This expression is usually directed towards someone who is talking – or writing – nonsense. Codswallop is often said to someone who is telling lies or talking rubbish.
Similar expressions to codswallop include:
balderdash
claptrap
cobbler’s
hogwash
piffle
poppycock
rubbish
twaddle
Example:
“The dog ate your homework again? I’ve never heard such codswallop!”