thingy
0 antonyms and opposites of thingy, grouped by meaning.
Noun — An informal word for an object whose name the speaker can't recall or doesn't need to state.
Etymology
From thing plus the informal diminutive suffix -y.
Full origin of thingy →Frequently asked questions
What does “thingy” mean?
The word “thingy” means an informal word for an object whose name the speaker can't recall or doesn't need to state. In plain terms, a casual filler word for "thing", used when you can't remember or don't want to name something exactly.
How do you pronounce “thingy”?
“Thingy” is pronounced THIH-ngee (/ˈθɪŋi/ in IPA).
How do you use “thingy” in a sentence?
Here is “thingy” used in a sentence: “Pass me that thingy over there, the one that opens jars.”
What is another word for “thingy”?
Words with a similar meaning to “thingy” include Sorted by number of Google hits, widget, hickey, gizmo, gimmick and thingie.
What part of speech is “thingy”?
“Thingy” is a noun.
Is “thingy” a common word?
“Thingy” is an uncommon word in modern English.