- British English Slang – Codswallop
- 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!”