gizmo

noun

giz·​mo ˈgiz-(ˌ)mō How to pronounce gizmo (audio)
variants or less commonly gismo
plural gizmos also gismos
Synonyms of gizmo
: gadget

Examples of gizmo in a Sentence

He broke the gizmo he uses to open and close his garage door. found all sorts of interesting woodworking gizmos in the garage
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An engineering prodigy, Harley has to get creative to survive her large family, and invents a number of gizmos and gadgets to help improve her chaotic household. Christian Holub, Entertainment Weekly, 21 June 2026 Nevertheless, Bonnie’s doting parents hope that Lilypad will help Bonnie make friends, oblivious to how the gizmo — and soon, their daughter — vibrates with anxiety. Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 18 June 2026 Chamelo Dusk Classic smart sunglasses These lightweight sunglasses are perfect for techie dads who love gadgets and gizmos. Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 9 June 2026 These small-but-mighty gizmos and gadgets are all under $10 and arrive with fast Prime shipping. Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for gizmo

Word History

Etymology

origin unknown

First Known Use

1942, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of gizmo was in 1942

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“Gizmo.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gizmo. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.

Kids Definition

gizmo

noun
giz·​mo
variants or gismo
plural gizmos or gismos
: gadget

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