Definition of trinket

• n. - A three-cornered sail formerly carried on a ship's foremast, probably on a lateen yard.
• v. t. - A knife; a cutting tool.
• v. t. - A small ornament, as a jewel, ring, or the like.
• v. t. - A thing of little value; a trifle; a toy.
• v. i. - To give trinkets; hence, to court favor; to intrigue.