gimmick
|gim/mick|
B2
/ˈɡɪmɪk/
attention-grabbing trick
Etymology
Etymology Information
'gimmick' originates from American English, specifically the word 'gimmick,' where it was used in the 1920s to describe a device used in gambling.
Historical Evolution
'gimmick' changed from its original use in gambling to a broader meaning of any trick or device used to attract attention.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a device used in gambling,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a trick or device intended to attract attention.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/02/19 19:22