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kickshaw

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1 a small object displayed for its attractiveness or interest

a display case in the antiques shop filled with costume jewelry and various kickshaws from the 1920s

Synonyms of kickshaw

bauble, bibelot, curio, curiosity, doodad, gaud, gewgaw (also geegaw), gimcrack, knickknack (also nicknack), novelty, ornamental, tchotchke, trinket

Words Related to kickshaw

bijouterie, bric-a-brac, gimcrackery, trinketry, trumpery, virtu (or vertu)

bagatelle, trifle

figurine, objet d'art (also objet), ornament

keepsake, memento, souvenir

conversation piece

collectible (or collectable), collector's item

2 something that is pleasing to eat because it is rare or a luxury

the company's holiday party always features an array of artfully confected kickshaws

Synonyms of kickshaw

bit, cate [archaic], dainty, delectable, delicacy, goody (or goodie), tidbit (also titbit), treat, viand

Words Related to kickshaw

candy, dessert, junket, sweet, sweetmeat

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