Also means
trifle, bagatelle
Usage Note
Babiole refers to a small, cheap ornament or a trifling matter. It often appears in the plural des babioles to describe worthless souvenirs or trivial concerns. The word carries a slightly dismissive tone, implying the object or issue is not worth serious attention. Compare breloque (charm, trinket) for wearable small ornaments.
Examples
"La boutique ne vendait que des babioles pour touristes."
Natural Translation
The shop sold only tourist trinkets.

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