Definitions for off-the-shelf
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Random House Webster's College Dictionary
off′-the-shelf′(adj.)
readily available from merchandise in stock.
Category: Common Vocabulary
made according to a standardized format; ready-made.
Category: Common Vocabulary
Origin of off-the-shelf:
1945–50
Princeton's WordNet
off-the-rack, off-the-shelf, off-the-peg, ready-to-wear(adj)
(especially of clothing) made in standard sizes and available from merchandise in stock
"a ready-made jacket"; "ready-to-wear clothes"
Wiktionary
off-the-shelf(Adjective)
As purchased or as commonly available, without modification or customization.
We can build a specialized part for you, but an off-the-shelf product will probably cost less.
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