Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

tchotchke

noun
/ˈtʃɒtʃ.kə/
Definition
A small, knickknack or trinket that is often decorative.
Examples
  • The shelf was filled with various tchotchkes collected from her travels.
  • He gifted her a quirky tchotchke from his recent trip to the flea market.
  • Many people use tchotchkes to personalize their desks at work.
Meaning
Tchotchkes are typically inexpensive items that serve little purpose other than decoration or to be a conversation starter.
Synonyms
  • trinket
  • knickknack
  • bauble