Souvenir
(noun)
- An object or piece of memorabilia that serves as a reminder of a place or event.
- A gift or item of memorabilia that is purchased as a reminder of a place or event.
Origin:
Early 19th century: from french, literally "a remembrance", from se souvenir "remember".
Examples:
- He bought a souvenir to remember his trip to Paris.
- She collected souvenirs from all the places she visited.
- The shop sold a variety of souvenirs, from postcards to keychains.
- He gave her a souvenir of their first date.
- The souvenirs he brought back from his travels were a source of wonder for his friends.