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as in luxury
something adding to pleasure or comfort but not absolutely necessary
didn't get any food or drinks on the no-frills flight
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as in ornamentation
something that decorates or beautifies
a birthday cake decorated with frills like edible glitter
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as in to ribbon
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Recent Examples of frill
Lucy Wood, Marie Claire, 3 July 2018
At separate ends of town, two buxom madams and their bevies of painted, frilled and scandalously clad ladies welcomed miners and threw lavish parties.
—Brigit Katz, Smithsonian, 16 June 2018
Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Apr. 2025
See also: the comeback of the girly aesthetic in fashion, like bows, ribbons and frills.
—Leah Asmelash, CNN Money, 6 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Summer has officially arrived in that terracotta Temperley London dress, with plunging neckline, ruffled skirt and frilled short sleeves.
—Lucy Wood, Marie Claire, 3 July 2018
At separate ends of town, two buxom madams and their bevies of painted, frilled and scandalously clad ladies welcomed miners and threw lavish parties.
—Brigit Katz, Smithsonian, 16 June 2018
Verb
Or choose a piece that puts functionality and budget at the forefront, perhaps with fewer design frills.
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—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Apr. 2025
See also: the comeback of the girly aesthetic in fashion, like bows, ribbons and frills.
—Leah Asmelash, CNN Money, 6 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for frill
Noun
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Neither wood, plastic, nor metal edgings contain Kurapia.—
Nan Sterman,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 June 2025
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Testers praised its edging, smearing, and all-day comfort.—
The Editors,
Outside Online,
26 June 2025
Noun
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That moment of clarity in Tokyo became the beginning of KNC Beauty, a clean skincare brand that has earned placement at luxury retailers without ever making a traditional sales pitch.—
Sughnen Yongo,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
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The 680-foot tower is crowned by 166 luxury Ritz-Carlton residences, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows with city and harbor views.—
Cameron Sperance,
Travel + Leisure,
12 July 2025
Noun
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Their handbags would be architectural in shape, sleek and spare of overwrought ornamentation.—
Lisa Gutierrez,
Kansas City Star,
17 June 2025
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The Raw Edition from Copenhagen Distillery is a clear statement of intent, avoiding ornamentation and putting instead process and material at the forefront.—
Paul Caputo,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
Verb
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Here’s a peek at the new flavors and some of the ingredients that inspired them: Lemon curd & whey This light and citrusy flavor uses whey as a substitute for lemon juice to make lemon curd that ribbons throughout the ice cream base.—
oregonlive,
oregonlive,
24 May 2023
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Introduce the color in small doses: a throw on the couch, ribbon on a wreath, trim around a lampshade, or even gift wrap on the packages.—
Savanna Bous,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 Nov. 2022
Noun
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The flounce hem is feminine and fun, adding just enough interest to take this from plain to chic.—
Ivy Odom,
Southern Living,
9 July 2025
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The 9-year-old royal stepped out in a sleeveless ivory dress featuring a pleated bodice, flounce hem and black ruffle piping that traced the neckline and sleeves — a prim but playful silhouette that nodded to her growing style consistency.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
3 Sep. 2019
Noun
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Plunge Beach Resort effortlessly combines retro touches with modern amenities in resort-style rooms, as well as adult-only bungalows.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
15 July 2025
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The standout amenity at Numu is arguably the rooftop pool, which is lined with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a lovely garden that overlooks the surrounding historic buildings.—
Taylor McIntyre,
Travel + Leisure,
15 July 2025
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The New York Times was again amazed at the floral decorations.—
Elise Taylor,
Vogue,
7 July 2025
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For his actions, Brewer, 79, was awarded the Silver Star, the third-highest military decoration.—
Alex Riggins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 July 2025
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Get in on the summer trend with this striped midi shirtdress, which has a five-button front, short puff sleeves with ruffled cuffs, a tiered skirt, and fringed neck ties.—
Jamie Allison Sanders,
People.com,
19 June 2025
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Rock ledges, fringed with rockweed and knotted wrack, are visible at low tide.—
Robert Finch
June 18,
Literary Hub,
18 June 2025
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“Frill.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frill. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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