Meaning & use
Curio
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A rare, unusual, or intriguing object valued as a collector's item.
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The antique shop was crammed with curios from around the world.
A tiny ivory carving sat among the other curios on the shelf.
A note on using this word
A shortened form of 'curiosity,' popularized in the 19th century for exotic or unusual collectibles.
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