Definition of Bikeshed

1. Noun. (context: literally) An enclosed structure where bicycles may be stored. ¹

2. Noun. (context: figuratively technical jargon) A metaphor for arguing endlessly over details of some small and relatively unimportant thing, taking up time that could be better spent on other things. The gist is that while nobody will question the details of a large and complex project (e.g. a nuclear reactor), for a simple thing as a bikeshed everybody will loudly add their two cents as to exactly how it should be built/painted/constructed, ad nauseum. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Lexicographical Neighbors of Bikeshed

bike jockey straps
bike rack
bike racks
bikeable
bikeathon
bikeathons
biked
bikelash
bikelashes
bikeless
bikemaker
bikemakers
biker
bikers
bikes
bikeshed (current term)
bikeshedding
bikesheds
bikeway
bikeways
bikewear
bikh
bikie
bikies
biking
bikings
bikini
bikini babe
bikini babes
bikini bottom

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