Meaning

Very common and of no particular value.

Origin

Originated in the United States in the 1800s when many items, like eggs or apples, were literally sold for ten cents a dozen.

Example Sentence

"Those antique watches are a dime a dozen nowadays."

Synonyms

common abundant everywhere cheap

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