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Region: Global | Usage example: Traveling to Japan was on her bucket list.

Bucket list

Meaning

A list of goals to achieve before dying.

Usage

Used when referencing life goals.

Origin & History

Origin notes can vary by region and source; this page gives the commonly reported explanation and usage context.

Term coined in the 20th century referencing 'kick the bucket.'

Popularized after the 2007 film.