Plural for a strong desire to know or learn something
“One of the primary aims for the middle years of schooling is to satisfy the curiosity of the child.”
Plural for a small showy ornament or piece of jewelry
“The mantelpieces and windowsills are adorned with all manner of curiosities.”
Plural for something or someone strange or unusual that is an object of interest
“The eccentric musician is somewhat of a curiosity in the indie scene.”
Plural for the quality of being strange or unusual such as to arouse interest
“Rachel's claim to fame was her curiosity value as a charming woman who could converse on deep mathematical topics.”
Plural for an odd habit or trait
“Charles Dickens would regularly endow his characters with a raft of endearing curiosities.”
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