Main Entry: ¹van·i·ty

Pronunciation: \ˈva-nə-tē\

Function: noun

Inflected Form(s): plural van·i·ties

Etymology: Middle English vanite, from Anglo-French vanité, from Latin vanitat-, vanitas quality of being empty or vain, from vanus empty, vain — more at wane

Date: 13th century

1 : something that is vain, empty, or valueless
2 : the quality or fact of being vain
3 : inflated pride in oneself or one's appearance : conceit
4 : a fashionable trifle or knickknack
5 a : ³compact a b : a small case or handbag for toilet articles used by women
6 a : dressing table b : a bathroom cabinet containing a sink and usually having a countertop