bric-a-brac vs things

bric-a-brac

noun
  • Any collection containing a variety of miscellaneous items; a hodgepodge, an olio. 

  • Small ornaments and other miscellaneous display items of little value. 

things

noun
  • One's clothes, furniture, luggage, or possessions collectively; stuff 

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