This is the 7775th most frequent Dutch word.
dingbat
"Dingbat" is not a Dutch word; in English, it refers to a decorative ornament or a silly person.
In this sentence, 'dingbat' refers to a decorative character or symbol used in typesetting or design, possibly a collectible item.
Hij heeft een dingbat gekocht voor zijn verzameling.
He bought a dingbat for his collection.
Here, 'dingbat' is used to describe a specific graphic symbol serving as an emblem.
Ze zei dat haar oude school een dingbat had als embleem.
She said that her old school used a dingbat as its emblem.
In this usage, 'dingbat' could metaphorically denote a nonsensical or curious element in a situation, reflecting a figurative or popular use.