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- [gaj-it]
- /ˈgædʒ ɪt/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [gaj-it]
- /ˈgædʒ ɪt/
Definitions of gadgety word
- noun gadgety a mechanical contrivance or device; any ingenious article. 1
- noun gadgety (informal) Characterised by gadgets; hi-tech in a gimmicky way. 1
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Origin of gadgety
First appearance:
before 1850 One of the 32% newest English words
1850-55; origin uncertain; compare French gâchette the catch of a lock, sear of a gunlock
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Parts of speech for Gadgety
noun
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preposition
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gadgety popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 79% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.
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