What's the defintion of a "cliche" and can someone give me an example of one.?

Answer 1

A phrase or anything that is over-used maybe in movies, books, everyday conversations, etc. An eaxample might be a cliche character in a movie like a s l u t- blond hair, big breasts, nice body
A cliche phrase might be "a chain is only as strong as its weakest link". It can be just anything that is over-used even a plot in a story.

Answer 2

Definition (www.hyperdictionary.com): A trite or obvious remark.

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cliche): A cliché is a phrase, expression, or idea that has been overused to the point of losing its intended force or novelty, especially when at some time it was considered distinctively forceful or novel. It is generally used in a negative context.

Identification : "Cliché" applies also to almost any situation, subject, characterization, figure of speech, or object — in short, any sign — that has become overly familiar or commonplace. Because the novelty or frequency of an expression's use varies across different times and places, whether or not it is a cliché depends largely on who uses it, the context in which it is used, and who is making the judgment.
The meaning of a particular cliché may shift over time, often leading to confusion or misuse.

Examples (http://www.westegg.com/cliche/) :
meat and drink to me
Life is short, death is long.
in one ear and out the other
to all intents and purposes
Are you showing your Blond?
she would screw a snake if she could get someone to hold its head
innocent as a lamb
beggars can't be choosers
throw light on
horn in on something

Answer 3

a cliche is an example of a generalization...which is often illustrated...as true

the busty blonde, not too smart receptionist "is such a cliche"

white men can't jump, black men can dance/have rhythm, a guy from alabama is a redneck, from w.va. is inbred, b.spears is trailer park trash, etc.

Answer 4

A Trite Expression or Idea, Example, "It is better to Give than to Receive".