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knick-knack

nounfeminineinformal/buʒiˈɡɐ̃ɡɐ/low

bu·gi·gan·ga

Definition

A small object of little value, often decorative or considered trivial; trinket, bauble.
The shelf is full of knick-knacks she collects on her travels.
Don't buy any more knick-knacks for the house!
Common collocations
knick-knack shopcollection of knick-knacks

Etymology

Possivelmente de origem expressiva ou onomatopeica, relacionada com 'bugio' (macaco) ou 'bugiar' (brincar).

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