GADGET


Meaning of GADGET in English

n.

Pronunciation: ' ga-j ə t

Function: noun

Etymology: origin unknown

Date: 1886

: an often small mechanical or electronic device with a practical use but often thought of as a novelty

– gad · ge · teer \ ˌ ga-j ə - ' tir \ noun

– gad · get · ry \ ' ga-j ə -tr ē \ noun

– gad · gety \ -j ə -t ē \ adjective

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