"bits and pieces" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Audio: En-us-bits and pieces.oga
Head templates: {{en-noun|p}} bits and pieces pl (plural only)
  1. (informal) A random assortment of things; small remaining pieces and things. Tags: informal, plural, plural-only Synonyms (small random items): bits and bobs
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