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gaud

noun

ˈgȯd

Definition of gaud

as in ornamental

a small object displayed for its attractiveness or interest some tacky little gaud that they had picked up at a souvenir stand at an amusement park

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Recent Examples of gaud Even its colors, silver and space gray, seem to have been chosen for their lack of gaud—no blingy gold model here. — David Pierce, WIRED, 3 Nov. 2017 At the other end is the caricature, butt of flabby jokes, trussed in Las Vegas gaud, voice prostituted to a huge orchestra. — San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Aug. 2019 In their novels, the disorienting clash between Soviet gloom and American gaud is the source of dramatic tension, exploited for tragedy and, more often, comedy. — Nathaniel Rich, New York Times, 24 Jan. 2017

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While the company has changed its product over the years, from produce to ornamentals, he's always grown to serve his local community.

— Sarah Horbacewicz, CBS News, 25 June 2026
The plant was a Japanese yew, an ornamental that is toxic and deadly to horses, according to the report.

— Aaron Katersky, ABC News, 16 June 2026

Definition of ornamental

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For the past decade, Heidi Vermilyea has been in charge of the parade souvenirs, selling hats, t-shirts, and Christmas tree ornaments out of a blue trailer.

— Susan Bence, NPR, 4 July 2026
Hallmark and Disney will also release a collection of goodies inspired by the movie, including greeting cards, ornaments, gifts, gift wrap and other unique products.

— Breanne L. Heldman, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026

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