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Definition |
basic and simple without any extras |
Examples |
1) I prefer a no-frills breakfast of
toast and coffee to start my day. 2) I decided to buy a
no-frills car to save money. |
Etymology |
The phrase originated in the field of
aviation. It dates back to the 1960s when air travel offered a
stripped-down, basic services at lower prices. |
Synonyms |
plain, fundamental, unfancy |
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