curio

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Noun curio has 1 sense

curio, curiosity, oddity, oddment, peculiarity, rarity - something unusual
--₁ is a kind of object, physical object
--₁ has particulars:
bric-a-brac, knickknack, nicknack, knickknackery, whatnot; collectible, collectable; collector's item, showpiece, piece de resistance

Definitions from the Web

Curio

Definition:

A curio is an unusual or valuable object that is considered to be interesting by collectors or enthusiasts.

Part of Speech:

noun

Senses:

Sense 1:

An object of curiosity or interest

Example sentence: The museum is filled with an incredible variety of curios from around the world.

Sense 2:

An object displayed for its decorative or ornamental value

Example sentence: The antique shop showcased an impressive collection of curios, including delicate porcelain vases and intricately carved figurines.

Sense 3:

A small, unusual or rare item collected by enthusiasts or hobbyists

Example sentence: As a stamp collector, Joe was delighted to find a rare and valuable curio amongst a set of seemingly ordinary stamps.

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