Frill

Podcast 1 · Introduction

Frill

A documentary-style narration: origin, meaning, and feel.

Part of speech

noun and verb

Pronunciation

fril  /frɪl/

Definition

As a noun: a strip of gathered or pleated fabric or paper attached at one edge as a decorative border; an unnecessary extra feature or luxury. As a verb: to decorate with frills.

Plain meaning

A frill is a decorative ruffle on clothing or paper. Without frills means plain and straightforward, with no unnecessary extras — a no-frills approach.

Register

Neutral and everyday. No-frills is a standard compound in commercial and practical English.