Meanings
From birds pecking at horse dung, originally US Army slang, 1940s[1].
How to pronounce "for the birds":
AU
Worthless; useless; pointless; not deserving serious consideration.
Example Sentences
1
The rumor about the company closing down turned out to be for the birds.
2
I think this rule is unnecessary and just for the birds.
3
His excuses for not finishing the project are for the birds.
4
She dismissed his compliment as for the birds.
5
The politician's promises during the election were nothing but for the birds.
