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THINGAMAJIG Synonyms

There are 29 synonyms of the word thingamajig. (exact relations)
There are 15 hypernyms of the word thingamajig. (close relations)
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Best Alternative Words for THINGAMAJIG

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apparatus
nounn
noun

• equipment designed to serve a specific function

• (anatomy) a group of body parts that work together to perform a given function

article
nounn
noun

• nonfictional prose forming an independent part of a publication

• one of a class of artifacts

• a separate section of a legal document (as a statute or contract or will)

• (grammar) a determiner that may indicate the specificity of reference of a noun phrase

verb

• bind by a contract; especially for a training period

contraption
nounn
noun

• a device or control that is very useful for a particular job

device
nounn
noun

• an instrumentality invented for a particular purpose

• something in an artistic work designed to achieve a particular effect

• any clever maneuver

• any ornamental pattern or design (as in embroidery)

• an emblematic design (especially in heraldry)

gadget
nounn
noun

• a device or control that is very useful for a particular job

implement
verb, nounv, n
noun

• instrumentation (a piece of equipment or tool) used to effect an end

verb

• apply in a manner consistent with its purpose or design

• ensure observance of laws and rules

• pursue to a conclusion or bring to a successful issue

item
nounn
noun

• a distinct part that can be specified separately in a group of things that could be enumerated on a list

• a small part that can be considered separately from the whole

• a whole individual unit; especially when included in a list or collection

• an isolated fact that is considered separately from the whole

• an individual instance of a type of symbol

adverb

• (used when listing or enumerating items) also

object
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow

• the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable)

• (grammar) a constituent that is acted upon

• the focus of cognitions or feelings

• (computing) a discrete item that provides a description of virtually anything known to a computer

verb

• express or raise an objection or protest or criticism or express dissent

• be averse to or express disapproval of

tool
verb, nounv, n
noun

• an implement used in the practice of a vocation

• the means whereby some act is accomplished

• a person who is controlled by others and is used to perform unpleasant or dishonest tasks for someone else

• obscene terms for penis

verb

• drive

• ride in a car with no particular goal and just for the pleasure of it

• furnish with tools

• work with a tool

doohickey
nounn
noun

• something unspecified whose name is either forgotten or not known

gizmo
nounn
noun

• something unspecified whose name is either forgotten or not known

• a device or control that is very useful for a particular job

thingamabob
nounn
noun

• something unspecified whose name is either forgotten or not known

whatchamacallit
nounn
noun

• something unspecified whose name is either forgotten or not known

widget
nounn
noun

• something unspecified whose name is either forgotten or not known

• a device or control that is very useful for a particular job

dojigger
nounn
noun

• something unspecified whose name is either forgotten or not known

doodad
nounn
noun

• something unspecified whose name is either forgotten or not known

gimmick
nounn
noun

• a drawback or difficulty that is not readily evident

• something unspecified whose name is either forgotten or not known

• any clever maneuver

gismo
nounn
noun

• something unspecified whose name is either forgotten or not known

• a device or control that is very useful for a particular job

gubbins
nounn
noun

• something unspecified whose name is either forgotten or not known

thing
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a special situation

• an action

• a special abstraction

• an artifact

• an event

• a vaguely specified concern

• a statement regarded as an object

• an entity that is not named specifically

• any attribute or quality considered as having its own existence

• a special objective

• a persistent illogical feeling of desire or aversion

• a separate and self-contained entity

Best Hypernyms For THINGAMAJIG

Here is a list of related hypernyms for thingamajig, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (15)
appliance article contraption contrivance device element entity gadget implement item mechanism object stuff tool utensil

Alternatives for APPARATUS

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