Cut-and-dried

Pronunciation: /ˈkət- ˈænd- ˈdɹaɪ/

Cut-and-dried (adj)

  1. Already decided and not likely to change, with clear steps that do not need discussion.
  2. Too strict and basic, leaving little room for different ideas or personal choice.
  3. Presented as a complete solution, without showing how it was reached or allowing further thought.

Cut-and-dried (adjective)

Examples

  • The schedule is cut-and-dry, so everyone knows what to do.
  • Our plan is cut-and-dry, and the steps are already set.