novelty
Pronunciation: [ˈnɒv.əl.ti]
Context: "general use"
(noun) something new or unusual that interests people. It’s like when you see a new toy or a funny gadget that you’ve never seen before.
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The novelty of the new smartphone attracted many customers to the store.
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The novelty of the game wore off quickly once everyone figured it out.
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What do you think makes a novelty item interesting?
Context: "entertainment"
(noun) a type of entertainment or a fun item that is meant to be different or funny. Think of a quirky gift that makes people laugh.
Example
The party favors included some fun novelty glasses that everyone enjoyed wearing.
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The novelty song failed to impress the audience and was soon forgotten.
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Do you have a favorite novelty toy from your childhood?
Context: "business"
(noun) a new product or service in business. It's like when a company introduces a brand new flavor of ice cream that no one has tried before.
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The company's latest novelty product generated a lot of excitement among consumers.
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The factory did not invest in novelty items, focusing only on standard products.
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What novelty product do you think will be popular this year?