0 a small, decorative object, especially in a house:
It is technically a playable harmonica, but it is generally regarded as a knick-knack piece that can be used as personal jewelry.
He was on the fireplace mantel when the maid came to dust and attempted to pass himself off as a knick-knack but sneezed when he was dusted.
Rainbow 2002 had an exhibition of exquisite crafted handicrafts beaded jewellery, artifacts like cutlery baskets and knick-knack crafted from bamboo, brightly assorted shawls and assorted garments.
