English Explanatory Dictionary

curio

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A strange and interesting object; something that evokes curiosity.

Pronunciation

/ˈkjʊə̯ɹiˌəʊ̯/ /ˈkjɜːɹiˌəʊ̯/ /ˈkjɔːɹiˌəʊ̯/ /ˈkjʊrioʊ/ /ˈkjə̯ɹiˌoʊ̯/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-curio.wav

Word forms

curio curios

Etymology

Clipping of curiosity, 1851. Compare cabinet of curiosities and French objet de curiosité.

Synonyms

knickknack trinket collectible oddity antiquity

Related words

cabinet of curiosities curiosity curious antique trinket
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