Phrase guide

waste of space

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see waste, of, space.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • Putting a third sofa in here would be a waste of space since we never have that many guests.

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noun

Meaning 2

An utterly worthless person; one who, as it were, is unworthy of the space which they occupy.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic

Examples

  • Get lost, you waste of space!

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Antonyms: none provided

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