what is a trinket
A trinket is a small showy ornament, such as a jewel or a ring, or something that is a mere trifle. Trinket may also refer to:1  Trinket Island, an island of the Nicobar Islands. 2  Trinket (village) , a village on the island. 3  Trinket snake, common name for Elaphe helena, a species of colubrid snake.rinket may also refer to: 1  Trinket Island, an island of the Nicobar Islands. 2  Trinket (village) , a village on the island. 3  Trinket snake, common name for Elaphe helena, a species of colubrid snake.