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gimcrackery

/ˈɡɪm.kræk.ər.i/

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noun

/ˈɡɪm.kræk.ər.i/C2formal
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее декоративные предметы, не имеющие большой ценности, часто показные, но дешёвые или плохо сделанные.

A noun referring to ornamental objects of no great value, often considered showy but cheap or poorly made.

uncountable

  1. Cheap OrnamentsC1formal

    Decorative items that are showy but have little worth or quality.

    ruДешёвые безделушки

    • The shelf was filled with cheap gimcrackery from the tourist shop.
    • She preferred simple designs over gaudy gimcrackery.
    • The market was full of gimcrackery that broke within days.
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