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Gizmos Meaning in English

word · lemma: gizmo

ˈɡɪzmoʊz
GIZ-mohz
ɡˈɪzməʊz
giz-MOHZ

Definition

Gizmos are small devices or gadgets, often mechanical or electronic, usually with a specific function. The word is informal and often used when you don't know or can't remember the exact name for an object.

Usage & Nuances

'Gizmos' is informal and somewhat playful. You’ll often hear it when talking about new technology, kitchen tools, or gadgets you don’t know the name of. Don’t use in formal writing. Similar words: 'thingamajig', 'gadgets', but 'gizmos' is less specific.

Example Sentences

He loves buying new gizmos for his kitchen.

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These gizmos help students learn faster.

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My dad collects old gizmos from flea markets.

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All these gizmos look cool, but I have no idea what most of them do.

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The store is full of the latest tech gizmos—you could spend hours there.

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Whenever something breaks, he always has a box of spare gizmos to fix it.

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