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Meaning of Janet and John | Babel Free

Adjective CEFR C1

Definitions

Childishly simple or obvious, resembling something found in a book for very young children.

UK

Examples

“There is an instruction manual, but it's all very Janet and John.”
“Apologies if what follows seems a bit Janet and John. But if you already know it all it will at least be welcome confirmation and, if you don't, well at least someone tried to give you some genuinely well-intentioned advice.”

CEFR level

C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.

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