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bells and whistles

features that add to the appearance of something but do not make it function any better

If you want bells and whistles you should go to the other aisle.

by The Return of Light Joker November 7, 2009

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bells and whistles

Features or extras to make something more unique and flavorful without necessarily adding to the utility of the primary function.

Look at all those gauges! These new Pontiacs come with ALL the bells and whistles!
Windows ME is the fuckin same as Windows 98, but with some stupid bells and whistles.

by MustangGT September 29, 2005

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Bells and whistles

Signature features.

The eighties single "One slip" has all the requisite bells and whistles of a classic Pink floyd tune.

President Obama's speech held all the bells and whistles of that of a true statesman.

by Kjell72 March 3, 2011

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belles and whistles

"Fluff" perks of a job or outing dat include yer getting to lips-squealingly observe attractive chicks walking by.

I respect women far more than to give cat-calls, so I have zero craving for any belles and whistles.

by QuacksO October 6, 2024