gizmo
|giz-mo|
B2
🇺🇸
/ˈɡɪz.moʊ/
🇬🇧
/ˈɡɪz.məʊ/
small device
Etymology
Etymology Information
'gizmo' originates from American English, possibly derived from 'gadget' or 'gimmick', where 'gadget' meant 'a small mechanical device or tool'.
Historical Evolution
'gizmo' appeared in the 20th century as a slang term for a gadget or device, eventually becoming a common term in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a small mechanical device', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'any gadget or device'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a gadget, especially one whose name the speaker does not know or cannot recall.
He showed me a new gizmo that can track your sleep patterns.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45