bargain-basement

[ bahr-guh n-beys-muh nt ]
/ ˈbɑr gənˌbeɪs mənt /

adjective

very low-priced.
noticeably lacking in quality; inferior.

Origin of bargain-basement

First recorded in 1955–60

Definition for bargain-basement (2 of 2)

bargain basement

noun

a basement area in some stores where goods are sold at prices lower than usual.

Origin of bargain basement

First recorded in 1895–1900

British Dictionary definitions for bargain-basement

bargain basement

noun

part of a shop where goods are sold at reduced prices