Meaning Of The Word No-nonsense

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What's The Definition Of No-nonsense?

no-nonsense
If you describe someone as a no-nonsense person, you approve of the fact that they are efficient, direct, and quite tough.

no-nonsense in American English
not indulging in or tolerating nonsense, impracticality, etc.; matter-of-fact; practical and serious
adjective: not tolerating anything frivolous or trifling; firm and businesslike

no-nonsense in British English
adjective: sensible, practical, straightforward; without nonsense of any kind

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