Doodad
noun
A small object or gadget whose name is unknown or being forgotten.
I need to find that little doodad I used to fix my computer.
Usage tips
Informal
gadget,thingamajig,whatchamacallit
noun
A decorative ornament or fancy item, often small and possibly without a specific use.
She decorated her room with various colorful doodads from her travels.
Usage tips
Colloquial
ornament,trinket,decorative piece
noun
A small object or gadget whose name is unknown or being forgotten.
I need to find that little doodad I used to fix my computer.
Usage tips
Informal
gadget,thingamajig,whatchamacallit
noun
A decorative ornament or fancy item, often small and possibly without a specific use.
She decorated her room with various colorful doodads from her travels.
Usage tips
Colloquial
ornament,trinket,decorative piece
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Casual
Use it in informal settings where the specific name of an object is not needed.
I lost a doodad from my favorite necklace.
Pro Tip 2/3Whimsy
Use 'doodad' to add a playful tone to your conversation.
This doodad makes my life so much easier!
Pro Tip 3/3Mystery
When describing an unfamiliar object, using 'doodad' can evoke curiosity.
It's just a doodad I picked up at the fair.
Pro Tip 1/3Casual
Use it in informal settings where the specific name of an object is not needed.
I lost a doodad from my favorite necklace.
Pro Tip 2/3Whimsy
Use 'doodad' to add a playful tone to your conversation.
This doodad makes my life so much easier!
Pro Tip 3/3Mystery
When describing an unfamiliar object, using 'doodad' can evoke curiosity.
It's just a doodad I picked up at the fair.
Pro Tip 1/3Casual
Use it in informal settings where the specific name of an object is not needed.
I lost a doodad from my favorite necklace.
Pro Tip 2/3Whimsy
Use 'doodad' to add a playful tone to your conversation.
This doodad makes my life so much easier!
Pro Tip 3/3Mystery
When describing an unfamiliar object, using 'doodad' can evoke curiosity.
It's just a doodad I picked up at the fair.
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