one-banana problem

noun

one-banana problem

noun

Etymology Derived from the idea that trained monkeys can do low-level jobs, working for bananas. It also may come from Sherlock Holmes lore; see three-pipe problem.

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Computing, Engineering, Mathematics, Natural sciences, Physical sciences, Sciences Slang A problem that should be easily resolved.

  • It's only a one-banana problem at the most; what's taking them so long?

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