Novelty

What “Novelty” means

Noun

1. The state of being new or novel; newness.
2. A new product; an innovation.
3. A small mass-produced trinket.
4. In novelty theory, newness, density of complexification, and dynamic change as opposed to static habituation.
5. An opening move played for the first time ever (in high-level chess).

Adj

1. In the design of a common household item, often impractically large, and meant primarily for display rather than functional use.

Where the word comes from

From Middle English novelte, from Old French novelté (Modern French nouveauté), from the adjective novel, ultimately from Latin novellus. By surface analysis, novel + -ty.

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Industries where “Novelty” fits

We suggest this word for 1 business types and industries, including:

• Gift, Novelty, and Souvenir Stores