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trinket

noun trin·ket \ˈtriŋ-kət\

: a piece of jewelry or an ornament that has little value

Full Definition of TRINKET

: a small ornament (as a jewel or ring)

: a small article of equipment

: a thing of little value : trifle

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origin unknown

First Known Use: circa 1527

Synonyms: bauble, bibelot, curio, curiosity, doodad, gaud, gewgaw (also geegaw), gimcrack, kickshaw, novelty, ornamental, tchotchke, knickknack

TRINKETS Defined for Kids

noun trin·ket \ˈtriŋ-kət\

: a small object of little value

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