Thesaurus results for KNICKKNACKS

knickknacks

noun

variants also nicknacks

plural of knickknack

as in ornamentals

a small object displayed for its attractiveness or interest a variety of pretty porcelain knickknacks adorned the mantel

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Recent Examples of knickknacks The angular build brings in thoughtful symmetry and lots of tabletop space to curate a varied display of coffee table books and knickknacks. — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 26 Aug. 2026 The General Store, a Littleton spot for gifts, knickknacks and small bites, will open its second location in the unit directly next door to the 26-foot-tall ice cream churn bucket. — Matthew Geiger, Denver Post, 21 Aug. 2026 Attendants were tasked with caring for the trees, interacting with visitors, and giving performances, as well as contributing knickknacks that would serve as totems from their past. — Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 20 Aug. 2026 But each room is packed with nooks and crannies and knickknacks to click around on, investigate, and learn about, so there’s almost always something to dig into. — Jay Peters, The Verge, 1 Aug. 2026 Books and knickknacks made from bronze, glass and wood cover the coffee table. — Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 24 July 2026 My father did not like clutter and as such did not save many knickknacks and mementoes. — Literary Hub, 20 July 2026 A lot of those people have Victoria Baumann and Charlie Moreton to thank, the father-daughter duo behind Victoria Essie Studio that produces fidget toys and other knickknacks out of their homes in North Carolina. — Jennifer Liu valentina Duarte, CNBC, 14 June 2026 Small knickknacks, like salt and pepper shakers, can be cute, but thrifting experts recommend against buying them at garage sales. — Heather Bien, Martha Stewart, 7 June 2026

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Noun

Late-Modern architect focuses on a sleek design with minimal ornamentals.

— Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 18 Sep. 2026
While this group of pathogens has an extensive range of hosts, it is often observed on woody ornamentals—viburnum or rhododendron, for example—and trees like dogwood or maple.

— Emily Leahy, Hartford Courant, 7 Sep. 2026

Definition of ornamentals

Noun

Founded in 2019, Whatnot built its audience on novelties and collectibles.

— Ryan Baker, CNBC, 1 Sep. 2026
Other novelties included Kiss Kiss, reinvented in 2005 with Hervé Can der Straeten, and Rouge G, reinvented with Lorenz Bäumer featuring the famed double-mirror case.

— Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of novelties

Noun

Library patron Betsie Hale did quilling years ago when her children were in grammar school, making Christmas ornaments on white paper with pearls or rhinestones for her kids to give away as presents.

— Janice Neumann, Chicago Tribune, 20 Sep. 2026
The report also alleges that Chavez-DeRemer used her staff for personal tasks, such as organizing her closet and purchasing holiday ornaments.

— Luke Barr, ABC News, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of ornaments

Noun

Ultimately, Taylor’s journey was a lesson in how simple pleasures are often the most enduring souvenirs—internal keepsakes that linger long after the last bag is unpacked.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026
Edible souvenirs also beat handing your group chat another keychain.

— Ashley Lynch, Miami Herald, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of souvenirs

Noun

Souvenirs from a once-in-a-lifetime vacation, family heirlooms, or tchotchkes from friends usually end up tucked away in boxes and drawers or getting lost on busy bookshelves.

— Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Sep. 2026
Gap Large Denim Five Pocket Tote Already out of stock in the Standard and Large iterations, this petite purse is outfitted in soft denim and, true to its name, boasts a myriad of pockets for schlepping all your tchotchkes around town.

— Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2026

Definition of tchotchkes

Noun

Minimalist Casey Jones always gets rid of extra decor or trinkets after a big declutter.

— Ashlyn Needham, The Spruce, 17 Sep. 2026
Originally designed to organize individual pieces of metal type for printing, these wooden trays feature dozens of compartments of varying sizes and are perfectly suited for displaying your most treasured trinkets.

— Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of trinkets

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