novelties
|nov/el/ties|
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/ˈnɑːvəltiːz/
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/ˈnɒvəltiːz/
(novelty)
newness or uniqueness
Etymology
'novelty' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'novelté', where 'novel' meant 'new'.
'novelté' transformed into the Middle English word 'noveltee', and eventually became the modern English word 'novelty'.
Initially, it meant 'newness or freshness', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'something new or unusual'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
small, inexpensive toys or trinkets that are often used as gifts or party favors.
The store sells a variety of novelties for party decorations.
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Noun 2
the quality of being new, original, or unusual.
The novelty of the idea attracted a lot of attention.
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Last updated: 2025/01/25 04:41