bric-a-brac
or bric-à-brac
[ brik-uh-brak ]
/ ˈbrɪk əˌbræk /
noun (used with a singular or plural verb)
miscellaneous small articles collected for their antiquarian, sentimental, decorative, or other interest.
Origin of bric-a-brac
1830–40; < French, Middle French: literally, at random, without rhyme or reason; gradational compound from elements of obscure origin
SYNONYMS FOR bric-a-brac
trinkets, gimcracks, knickknacks, baubles, gewgaws.
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British Dictionary definitions for bric-a-brac
bric-a-brac
/ (ˈbrɪkəˌbræk) /
noun
miscellaneous small objects, esp furniture and curios, kept because they are ornamental or rare
Word Origin for bric-a-brac
C19: from French; phrase based on
bric piece