What is the meaning of Trinket?

  • (v.t.) A thing of little value; a trifle; a toy.
  • (v.i.) To give trinkets; hence, to court favor; to intrigue.
  • (n.) A three-cornered sail formerly carried on a ship's foremast, probably on a lateen yard.
  • (v.t.) A small ornament, as a jewel, ring or the like.
  • (v.t.) A knife; a cutting tool.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
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