noun
- Plural of bijou; small, delicate, and exquisitely made ornamental objects or jewelry.
- Small, charming, or elegant things; delightful miniatures.
Usage: Often used to describe precious trinkets or decorative items of high quality but small size.
Usage: Can refer to anything small and precious, not just jewelry.
Examples
- The antique shop displayed a collection of bijous from the Victorian era.
- She inherited her grandmother's bijous, including delicate brooches and rings.
- The museum's jewelry section featured exquisite bijous crafted by master artisans.
- He collected small bijous from his travels around the world.
- The boutique sold elegant bijous at reasonable prices.
- These bijous are perfect gifts for someone who appreciates fine craftsmanship.