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Plain

/pleɪn/
Something without extra features or decoration; very straightforward and clear

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Examples:

The dress is simple and plain.She served plain rice with chicken.

Etymology:

etymology
From Latin planus meaning flat or level, via Old French plain, Middle English plein, meaning simple or without adornment.

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