Thingamajig
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈθɪŋəməˌd͡ʒɪɡ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Thingamajig is a noun meaning (informal) Something that one does not know the name of.
Meaning
(informal) Something that one does not know the name of.
Example Sentences
He used this, this... this thingamajig you saw him with the other day to fix the problem.
"– – Engeneerin' is a cinch – All y' gotta do is shove one thingamajigg an' pull 'nother – –"
STORAGE boxes -- catchalls for flotsam, jetsam, whatnots and thingamajigs -- are gaining new interest as decorative objects for the home.
Word Forms
- thingamajigs
- thingamejig
- thingumajig
- thingummyjig
Synonyms for thingamajig
Depending on context, synonyms include thingy, gimmick, gubbins, gizmo, dojigger, doodad.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include dojigger, doohickey, gizmo, thingamabob, thingummy, doodad.
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