gadget — meaning in English

English meaning

• gadget noun A small mechanical or electronic device, especially a clever or useful one.
• gimmick noun A clever trick, feature, or gadget used mainly to attract attention rather than add real value.

Senses

gadget is used for these senses in English:

• gadget Any device or machine, especially one whose name cannot be recalled, often either clever or complicated.

gadget — full definition

1. noun A small mechanical or electronic device, especially a clever or useful one.
2. noun A general word for a device or gizmo whose exact name someone can't recall.

gimmick — full definition

1. noun A clever trick, feature, or gadget used mainly to attract attention rather than add real value.
2. verb To fit or rig something with a hidden trick or device.

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