Definition

A whimsical or fanciful object, often a decorative item or trinket, that is unusual or quirky in nature.

Example

She decorated her room with various whigmaleeries that she collected from her travels.

Conversation

Have you seen that new shop downtown?

Yeah, I walked by it yesterday, and it had some interesting whigmaleerie in the window.

I love places that sell unique little trinkets like that.

Me too! Let's go check it out this weekend.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'whigmaleerie' originates from Scottish dialect, meaning a whimsical or fanciful idea or notion. It is a compound of 'whig' (meaning a term used for a political faction in the 17th century) and 'maleerie' (meaning a state of being or condition).

Memory Tip

Imagine a fanciful idea ('whigmaleerie') that combines the political term 'whig' with a whimsical state of being ('maleerie'). This helps you remember that 'whigmaleerie' refers to a whimsical notion.

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