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noun (used with a singular or plural verb)
miscellaneous small articles collected for their antiquarian, sentimental, decorative, or other interest.
Also, bric-à-brac.
Origin:
1830–40; < French, Middle French: literally, at random, without rhyme or reason; gradational compound from elements of obscure origin
1830–40; < French, Middle French: literally, at random, without rhyme or reason; gradational compound from elements of obscure origin
Synonyms
trinkets, gimcracks, knickknacks, baubles, gewgaws.
trinkets, gimcracks, knickknacks, baubles, gewgaws.
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bric-a-brac
1840, from obsolete Fr. à bric et à brac (16c.) "at random, any old way," a nonsense phrase.
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