trinket

American  

[tring-kit] / ˈtrɪŋ kɪt /

noun

1. a small ornament, piece of jewelry, etc., usually of little value.

2. anything of trivial value.

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verb (used without object)

1. to deal secretly or surreptitiously.

trinket British  

/ ˈtrɪŋkɪt /

noun

1. a small or worthless ornament or piece of jewellery

2. a trivial object; trifle

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Other Word Forms

• trinketry noun

Etymology

Origin of trinket

First recorded in 1525–35; origin uncertain

Example Sentences

Since then, he has used spare cash to accumulate about 60 ounces of trinkets and coins, which he stores in a home safe.

From The Wall Street Journal

Sonia Bravo, 40, who hawks Christmas trinkets from a makeshift stand, has also heard that “zero hour” is imminent.

From Los Angeles Times

Now, it also sells eggs, cheese, soup, local honey and even homemade cards and trinkets.

From BBC

In other years, she and her friends might have exchanged earrings or other trinkets.

From The Wall Street Journal

Local tribes in the Darién Gap in modern-day Panama weren’t impressed with the trinkets the Scottish sailors brought to trade.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• bauble
• bead
• gadget
• junk
• ornament
• toy