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frill

frill

 
 
pronunciation:
frIl
parts of speech:
noun, transitive verb
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Word Combinations (noun)
part of speech: noun
definition 1: an ornamental gathered or pleated trimming, esp. on the edge of a garment.
similar words:
border, ruffle
definition 2: an unnecessary or superfluous ornament or luxury.
He drove an expensive car with all the frills.
similar words:
superfluity
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part of speech: transitive verb
inflections: frills, frilling, frilled
definition 1: to decorate with a gathered or pleated trimming; ruffle.
similar words:
border, ruffle
definition 2: to form into a ruffle.
similar words:
ruffle
derivation: frilly (adj.)