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knickknack

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun knickknack has 2 senses
  1. knickknack, novelty - a small inexpensive mass-produced article
    --1 is a kind of article
  2. bric-a-brac, knickknack, nicknack, knickknackery, whatnot - miscellaneous curios
    --2 is a kind of curio, curiosity, oddity, oddment, peculiarity, rarity

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Definition of "knickknack"

Noun

A knickknack is a small decorative item, typically of little value or importance, that is often displayed for its aesthetic appeal.

Examples:

  • She had a collection of knickknacks on the shelf.
  • The shop sells various knickknacks such as figurines, keychains, and tiny trinkets.
  • The mantelpiece was filled with delicate knickknacks.

Adjective

When used as an adjective, "knickknack" refers to something small and ornamental.

Examples:

  • The room was filled with knickknack decorations.
  • She had a knickknack collection she proudly displayed.
  • Every shelf was adorned with knickknack items.

Verb

As a verb, "knickknack" means to collect or gather small decorative items.

Examples:

  • She loved to knickknack by browsing antique shops.
  • They spent the weekend knickknacking at flea markets.

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