noun
oodles
OODLZ
noun
1
An informal word for a very large, unspecified amount of something.
"They have oodles of money to spend on the renovation."
"There's oodles of time before the flight leaves."
How to Use Oodles
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn informal way to say "lots" or "tons" of something.
When to use it
Casual and conversational; avoid in formal writing.
Common pairings
oodles of money
oodles of time
oodles of fun
Word Forms
oodle singular
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Etymology
Origin uncertain; possibly linked to the American slang words "boodle" or "caboodle," both meaning a large collection or lot.