n. & adj.
--n. (pl. -ies)
1. showy, tawdry, or unnecessary finery or ornament, esp. in dress.
2 empty display in speech, literary style, etc.
3 a knick-knacks, trifles. b a knick-knack or trifle.
--adj.
1. frivolous.
2 contemptible.
Etymology: F friperie f. OF freperie f. frepe rag