English · Slang Attested

the whole caboodle

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Meaning · English

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Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

When you're packing for our camping trip, don't forget the essentials. You know, deodorant, ant killer, condoms, baby wipes and the whole caboodle.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org). Figurative class: Metaphor (PIE-English corpus, CC BY 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-31).

Common questions

What does “the whole caboodle” mean?

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Is “the whole caboodle” formal or informal?

the whole caboodle is generally slang.

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