bibelot — meaning in English

English meaning

• gewgaw noun A showy trifle, a toy; a showy trinket, ornament or decoration.
• trinket noun A small decorative item, especially cheap jewelry, valued more for looks than worth.

Senses

bibelot is used for these senses in English:

• gewgaw A showy trifle, a toy; a showy trinket, ornament or decoration. [from 15th c.]
• knick-knack A small ornament or other object of minor value.
• trinket A small, showy ornament, especially a piece of jewellery.

trinket — full definition

1. noun A small decorative item, especially cheap jewelry, valued more for looks than worth.
2. noun Something considered trivial or of little real value.

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