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whatnot

4 synonyms and 0 antonyms for whatnot, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Noun — Small miscellaneous items or odds and ends.

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nicknack knickknack bric-a-brac knickknackery

How to use whatnot

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and whatnot bits and whatnot

Etymology

Formed from "what" plus "not," originally used as a catch-all phrase for unnamed items.

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What does “whatnot” mean?

The word “whatnot” means small miscellaneous items or odds and ends. In plain terms, a catch-all word for miscellaneous things, or (older use) a small display shelf.

How do you pronounce “whatnot”?

“Whatnot” is pronounced WOT-not (/ˈwʌt.nɑt/ in IPA).

How do you use “whatnot” in a sentence?

Here is “whatnot” used in a sentence: “The drawer was full of buttons, string, and whatnot.”

What part of speech is “whatnot”?

“Whatnot” is a noun.

How many meanings does “whatnot” have?

“Whatnot” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: small miscellaneous items or odds and ends.

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