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bells and whistles

Fig. extra, fancy add-ons or gadgets. I like cars that are loaded with all the bells and whistles. All those bells and whistles add to the cost.

See also: and, bell, whistle

bells and whistles

the things that something, especially a device or machine, has or does that are not necessary but that make it more exciting or interesting Your computer software may have all the latest bells and whistles, but is it good value for money?

See also: and, bell, whistle

bells and whistles

n. extra, fancy gadgets. All those bells and whistles add to the cost.

See also: and, bell, whistle