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Region: General | Usage example: They chose a no-frills flight to save money.

No-frills

Meaning

Simple, without extras.

Usage

Describes economical or basic offerings.

Origin & History

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

Marketing term describing stripped-down products.

Popularized in the 1980s airline and retail markets.

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