(~s)
Note: in AM, also use 'nonessential'
1.
Non-essential means not absolutely necessary.
The crisis has led to the closure of a number of ~ government services.
...~ goods.
? essential
ADJ: usu ADJ n
2.
Non-essentials are things that are not absolutely necessary.
In a recession, consumers could be expected to cut down on ~s like toys.
? necessities
N-PLURAL