Whatchamacallit Meaning in English
word
Definition
A word you use when you can't remember or don't know the name of something; an informal way to refer to an object whose name you forgot.
Usage & Nuances
'Whatchamacallit' is very informal and used in speech when you forget or don't know the name of an object. It's usually said when pointing, gesturing, or searching for a word. Similar to 'thingamajig', 'thingy'. Rarely used in writing except for comic effect.
Example Sentences
Can you hand me that whatchamacallit on the table?
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I can't fix it without the whatchamacallit.
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Do you know where the whatchamacallit is?
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She used a whatchamacallit to open the can because the opener was missing.
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There's a whatchamacallit attached to the back of the TV—what is that for?
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Pass me the whatchamacallit! You know, that thing you use for peeling potatoes.
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