The noun has one meaning:
Meaning #1:
a small mass-produced article
Synonym: knickknacks
| WordNet: novelties |
The noun has one meaning:
Meaning #1:
a small mass-produced article
Synonym: knickknacks
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A novelty item is a small manufactured adornment, especially a personal adornment.
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This term covers a range of small manufactured goods, such as
Novelty items are generally devices that do not fit into another category such as gadgets, by virtue of being impractical, but this distinction is often blurred. Toys for adults are generally classed as novelties.
The French mathematician and astronomer Pierre Hérigone (1580-1643) describes a novelty item that was a camera obscura in the form of a goblet. Hérigone's goblet-camera obscura was constructed in such a way that you could spy on others while taking a drink. The device's 45-degree angle mirror had a stylized opening for the lens. The goblet had a cup made of glass where images could be seen. The lid bore a magnifying lens at the top.[1]
One of the most popular novelty items in recent history was the Singing Big Mouth Billy Bass, manufactured by Gemmy Industries. It is rumoured that over 20 million original pieces were sold in 12 months during 2000 and 2001. The total amount of copies or knock offs sold is said to be greater than that.
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