gadget
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noun \ˈga-jət\Definition of GADGET
: an often small mechanical or electronic device with a practical use but often thought of as a novelty
— gad·ge·teer \ˌga-jə-ˈtir\ noun
— gad·get·ry \ˈga-jə-trē\ noun
— gad·gety \-jə-tē\ adjective
See Examples of GADGET
- The kitchen is equipped with all the latest gadgets.
- cell phones, pagers, and other gadgets
Origin of GADGET
origin unknown
First Known Use: 1886
Related to GADGET
- Synonyms
- appliance, contraption, contrivance, gimmick, gizmo (also gismo), jigger, widget
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