as in ornamental
a small object displayed for its attractiveness or interest
the top of his desk was littered with trinkets that were collected as souvenirs from various vacations
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Recent Examples of trinket
And while the puzzles and side-quests can feel a bit basic at times, there are enough hidden trinkets in out-of-the-way corners to encourage completionists to explore every inch of the game's intricately detailed open-world environments.
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Ars Technica, 22 Dec. 2024
The evergreen tree growing atop the stairway that ascends 2,000 feet up a hillside near Manitou Springs has for years been decorated with bulbs, lights and other festive trinkets by hikers during the holiday season.
—Max Levy, The Denver Post, 13 Dec. 2024
The unique design mimics the look of a Hamsa and evil eye, perfect for holding rings or small trinkets.
—Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 12 Dec. 2024
Jet Set Candy Choose nearly any destination in the world and Jet Set Candy has a travel trinket for you.
—Paula Conway, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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Ars Technica, 22 Dec. 2024
The evergreen tree growing atop the stairway that ascends 2,000 feet up a hillside near Manitou Springs has for years been decorated with bulbs, lights and other festive trinkets by hikers during the holiday season.
—Max Levy, The Denver Post, 13 Dec. 2024
The unique design mimics the look of a Hamsa and evil eye, perfect for holding rings or small trinkets.
—Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 12 Dec. 2024
Jet Set Candy Choose nearly any destination in the world and Jet Set Candy has a travel trinket for you.
—Paula Conway, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for trinket
Noun
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These vertically growing junipers are used as privacy screens and backdrops for other ornamentals.—
Luke Miller,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Jan. 2025
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Other foxtail plants were not in the photo but nearby ornamentals appeared to be suffering from excessive water too.—
Tom MacCubbin,
Orlando Sentinel,
23 Nov. 2024
Noun
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Much of this nostalgia stems from decorations from Kendall’s childhood handed down from her mom Kris–most notably her collection of Christopher Radko tree ornaments.—
Hannah Martin,
Architectural Digest,
16 Jan. 2025
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Various merchandise products were sold including tote bags, a plush toy, 50th anniversary hoodies and t-shirts, ceramic mugs, 18-ounce and 32-ounce thermal bottles, cold cup ornaments, pins and key chains.—
Marcus D. Smith,
Sacramento Bee,
5 Jan. 2025
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Shop and Dine in West Yellowstone The gateway town to Yellowstone National Park, West Yellowstone is not only the doorway to outdoor adventure, but also a great place to grab a bite to eat or shop for souvenirs.—
Wendy Altschuler,
Forbes,
9 Jan. 2025
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Screens above the bar advertise a cocktail called the Ugly Sweater Party ($22 — this is a shakedown), which comes with a souvenir cocktail shaker.—
Erin Somers,
Vulture,
19 Dec. 2024
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There's also an infinity mirror and chain, fractal walk, baubles, bubbles and more.—
Luann Gibbs,
The Enquirer,
29 Dec. 2024
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Blitzen’s Bar is outfitted with neon signs, kitschy leg lamps, hanging tinsel and vibrant baubles.—
Michele Herrmann,
Forbes,
20 Dec. 2024
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“Trinket.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trinket. Accessed 23 Jan. 2025.
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