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trinketry

noun

Definition of trinketry

as in bibelot

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Recent Examples of trinketry Blondey is also known for his trinketry, and this week debuted a fine jewelry line with the legendary Stephen Webster, who is also chairman of the House of Garrard. — Vogue, 20 Sep. 2017

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Noun

The painting then remained in the artist’s possession and out of public sight until it was bought, in 1927, as a chic bibelot for a swanky members-only social club in London.

— Peter Schjeldahl, The New Yorker, 9 May 2022
Bruno Magli’s luxe nappa leather bibelot upgrades the standard-issue, white plastic AirPods case.

— Kareem Rashed, Robb Report, 16 Nov. 2021

Definition of bibelot

Noun

There’s one shaped like a hand grenade; another bears a white-sheet-ghost novelty trinket over the lid, denoting a ghost pepper sauce.

— Adam Van Brimmer, AJC.com, 2 Aug. 2026
In El Rosario, the trinkets and souvenirs, the tour-bus parking lots, and even the stable of horses for rent all speak to a symbiosis that has only recently come to be.

— Vann R. Newkirk II, The Atlantic, 28 July 2026

Definition of trinket

Noun

Native species tend to establish faster and handle local climate stress better than ornamentals imported from other regions.

— Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 30 July 2026
Gardeners can naturally reduce beetle populations and protect their landscapes by planting geraniums among more susceptible ornamentals.

— SJ McShane, Martha Stewart, 11 July 2026

Definition of ornamental

Noun

If making a trifle, assemble it the day before serving.

— Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 24 June 2026
Why The Trifle Is The Best Party Dessert Enter the chocolate trifle, a beloved Southern staple, courtesy of a good friend who excels at hospitality but values shortcuts.

— Kathryn Streeter, Southern Living, 17 June 2026

Definition of trifle

Noun

The recent Emi Jay clip engraving pop-up had kids grabbing baubles to create their own accessories.

— Kelly Aiglon, Chicago Tribune, 5 Aug. 2026
These humble baubles once evoked summer-camp nostalgia and antique-purse collections; now, they’re affixed to viral sensations, designer duds, and semi-precious fine jewelry.

— Madeline Hirsch, InStyle, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of bauble

Noun

The giant, 10,000-pound mammals provided meat, fat, hide, and bones for building structures, as well as ivory for tools, art, and ornaments.

— Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 30 July 2026
Liberty was founded by Arthur Lasenby Liberty in 1875 and has always been a vast curiosity shop selling ornaments, fabrics, furniture and art from around the world.

— Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 23 July 2026

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