Doodad

usgb/ˈduːdæd/
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.
Visual representation of "doodad" - A small object or gadget whose name is unknown or being forgotten.

Usage tips

Informal

gadget,thingamajig,whatchamacallit

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Casual

Use it in informal settings where the specific name of an object is not needed.

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I lost a doodad from my favorite necklace.
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Whimsy

Use 'doodad' to add a playful tone to your conversation.

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This doodad makes my life so much easier!
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Mystery

When describing an unfamiliar object, using 'doodad' can evoke curiosity.

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It's just a doodad I picked up at the fair.
Visual representation of the word "Doodad"

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