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bagatelle

/ˌbæɡəˈtɛl/ noun · British & US
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What does bagatelle mean?

noun

A type of 18th-century mechanical game of skill, in which balls are rolled onto a board with pins, and a type of light, carefree piece of music.

Example

"The antique shop had a beautiful, intricately carved bagatelle on display."

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