Sundry

/ˈsʌndri/

Meaning & Definition

noun
various items or types; a collection of different things.
The store sells sundry, from kitchen gadgets to gardening tools.
adjective
of various kinds; several.
She packed sundry items for her trip, including clothing, toiletries, and snacks.
indefinite or unspecified in number.
At the market, I found sundry fruits and vegetables that I had never seen before.
assorted or diverse.
The concert featured sundry musical styles, from classical to hip-hop.

Etymology

Middle English, from Old English 'sundrig', meaning 'varied or varied'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

sundry goods
Items of various kinds, typically used in a retail context.
sundry matters
Various topics or issues that are discussed.
sundry reasons
Various reasons that justify an action.

Related Words

variety
The quality or state of being different or diverse.
assortment
A collection of different things.
miscellaneous
Consisting of various kinds or types.

Slang Meanings

A hodgepodge of items.
His garage was filled with sundries from years of DIY projects.
A mix of unrelated items.
The box contained a sundry of toys, clothes, and old gadgets.