doodad

noun
UK: /ˈduːdad/
US: /ˈduːdæd/

  1. A small, often unnamed or unimportant object, often used to describe something whose actual name is unknown or forgotten.

    1. What is this little doodad for?
    2. I found this strange doodad in the back of the drawer, I have no idea what it is.

  2. A gadget or device, especially one whose purpose is not fully understood or appreciated.

    1. He bought a new doodad for his car.
    2. She showed me a new kitchen doodad that supposedly chops vegetables in seconds.

Synonyms

thing object gadget device gizmo widget

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "doodad" in English means: A small, often unnamed or unimportant object, often used to describe something whose actual name is unknown or forgotten., A gadget or device, especially one whose purpose is not fully understood or appreciated..

The phonetic transcription of "doodad" is /ˈduːdad/ in British English and /ˈduːdæd/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "doodad": thing, object, gadget, device, gizmo, widget.

Example usage of "doodad": "What is this little doodad for?". More examples on the page.