noun
trinket
TRING-kit/ˈtrɪŋkɪt/
A small ornament of little monetary value.
She keeps a few inexpensive trinkets on her bedroom shelf.
Etymology
Trinket’s origin is unknown, but its early meaning was already a small fancy ornament for personal wear. It may be related to trick, which once also meant a small article or knick-knack.
In context
a circular miniature of a kneeling saint, an elegant and beautifully executed little trinket
More examples
- The gift shop sells postcards and cheap trinkets.
- A tiny silver-colored trinket hangs from her bracelet.
- The glass bird is only a trinket, but it reminds me of Grandma.
Forms
trinket · trinkets
Similar words
- bauble
- Often suggests a showy decoration with little real value.
- knickknack
- Usually a small decorative object displayed in a home.