Literary notes about fallal (AI summary)
The term “fallal” appears to carry both literal and figurative meanings in literary contexts. In one instance, it is casually mentioned as a type of adornment or accessory—possibly even a piece of headwear—as suggested by a remark about someone wearing it on their head [1] and being regarded as just another trifle one might carry around [2]. In another portrayal, “fallal” is used as part of a colorful moniker for a character renowned for his theatrical flair, underscoring an air of flamboyance and spectacle [3]. Meanwhile, the word also functions pejoratively, applied dismissively to objects of little value or importance, as indicated by a critical comment regarding decorative items [4]. Its usage even extends to creating a vivid scene of social interaction, where characters bearing extravagant names are observed in high-society settings [5].
- You wear this fallal on your head, I suppose?" "Oh, Charley, you careless fellow!"
— from The Path to Honour by Sydney C. Grier - “I got a fly, thinking as you'd have some fallal or other on you; but, bless my heart, you could have walked in that gown,” he said.
— from Phoebe, Junior by Mrs. (Margaret) Oliphant - They had therefore sent a call to Brother Jowjeetum-Fallal, the World-Renowned Hindoo Human Pin-Wheel, then holding forth in Hoopitup’s circus.
— from Fantastic Fables by Ambrose Bierce - Those fallal things ( touching her bracelet ) are no good.
— from Woodbarrow Farm: Play in Three Acts by Jerome K. (Jerome Klapka) Jerome - Lord ‘Periwig’ and gay ‘Fallal’ In Sedan Chairs frequent the Mall.
— from A Humorous History of England by Charles Harrison