n. A knife, especially a shoemakers' knife.n. A trifling ornament; a jewel for personal wear, especially one of no great value; any small fancy article; a cherished thing of slight worth.To deal in a small, selfish way; hold secret communication; have private intercourse; intrigue; traffic.n. A vessel to drink or eat out of. See the quotations.n. A topsail; perhaps, originally, a lateen sail carried on the foremast.n. A streamlet.