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gewgaw

Today's Word December 8, 2020

Definition: (noun) Cheap showy jewelry or ornament on clothing.
Synonyms: fallal, gaud, trinket, bangle, bauble, novelty.
Usage: "Trim off these gewgaws," said his father, plucking the scraps of ribbon and the feathers from his hat, "and over your own dress wear my cloak."
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