Knickknack

Pronunciation: /ˈnɪkˌnæk/

Definitions of knickknack

noun a small decorative object, trinket, or ornament

Example Sentences

A1 I have a small knickknack on my desk.

A2 She collects various knickknacks from her travels.

B1 The antique shop was filled with all sorts of knickknacks.

B2 The shelves were cluttered with knickknacks of all shapes and sizes.

C1 Her knickknack collection was carefully displayed in glass cabinets.

C2 The museum featured a special exhibit on historical knickknacks.

Examples of knickknack in a Sentence

formal The antique shop was filled with delicate knickknacks from different eras.

informal I like to collect little knickknacks to decorate my room.

slang Check out all the cool knickknacks I found at the thrift store!

figurative His mind was cluttered with useless knickknacks of information.

Grammatical Forms of knickknack

• plural: knickknacks
• comparative: more knickknack
• superlative: most knickknack
• present tense: knickknacks
• future tense: will knickknack
• perfect tense: have knickknacked
• continuous tense: is knickknacking
• singular: knickknack
• positive degree: knickknack
• infinitive: to knickknack
• gerund: knickknacking
• participle: knickknacked

Origin and Evolution of knickknack

First Known Use: 1560 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'knickknack' originated from the Middle English term 'knak', which meant a sharp blow or a loud noise.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'knickknack' evolved to refer to small decorative objects or trinkets, often used to adorn shelves or tables.