Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Bells and whistles

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  1. Attractive but unnecessary features added to products 
  2. An innovative development
  3. At a serious disadvantage
  4. To take on a difficult task

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Option 1 : Attractive but unnecessary features added to products 
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The correct answer is: Option 1.

Key Points

  • The idiom "Bells and whistles" means attractive but unnecessary features added to products. (आकर्षक लेकिन अनावश्यक सुविधाएँ जो उत्पादों में जोड़ी जाती हैं)
    • Example: The new smartphone comes with all the bells and whistles, but I only need it to make calls and send texts.
  • "Attractive but unnecessary features" refers to additional features that are meant to make a product more appealing but are not essential for its basic function. (आकर्षक लेकिन अनावश्यक सुविधाएँ)
    • Example: The car has many attractive but unnecessary features like heated seats and a sunroof, which increase its price but not its functionality.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 1.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

  • Option 2: An innovative development (एक नवोन्मेषी विकास)
    • Example: The company is known for its innovative developments in renewable energy technology.
  • Option 3: At a serious disadvantage (एक गंभीर नुकसान में)
    • Example: Without proper training, new employees are at a serious disadvantage.
  • Option 4: To take on a difficult task (एक कठिन कार्य को लेना)
    • Example: She decided to take on the difficult task of reorganizing the entire department.
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