doojigger

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The word "doojigger" (sometimes spelled "doodad" or "thingamajig") is an informal noun that refers to an object or item whose name is either forgotten or not known. It’s a fun and casual way to talk about something when you can't remember the exact word or when the specific name isn’t important.

Usage Instructions:

• You can use "doojigger" when you want to refer to a thing but don’t know its name.
• It’s often used in conversations where the exact details aren’t necessary, or when you’re talking about something that’s not very important.

Example Sentence:

• "Could you pass me that doojigger over there?" (Here, the speaker is pointing to an object but doesn't remember its name.)

Advanced Usage:

• You might hear "doojigger" in more playful or humorous contexts. For example, a mechanic might refer to a part of a machine as a doojigger if they are explaining something to someone who doesn’t have technical knowledge.

Word Variants:

• "Doodad" and "thingamajig" are similar words you can use in the same way. All of these words serve the same purpose of referring to something whose name is forgotten or unknown.
• Other less common variants include "whatchamacallit" and "thingamabob."

Different Meaning:

While "doojigger" generally refers to an unspecified object, it can also be used to describe a gadget or tool that is not well-defined. For example, "I bought a new doojigger to help with my gardening."

Synonyms:

• Gizmo
• Whatchamacallit
• Thingamajig
• Doodad

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

There aren’t many idioms or phrasal verbs directly related to "doojigger," but you might come across phrases like: - "Get your doojigger together" (meaning to organize your things). - "Messing with that doojigger" (meaning to fiddle or play around with an unknown object).

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Noun

1. something unspecified whose name is either forgotten or not known
   • she eased the ball-shaped doodad back into its socket
   • there may be some great new gizmo around the corner that you will want to use

Synonyms

• doodad
• doohickey
• gimmick
• gizmo
• gismo
• gubbins
• thingamabob
• thingumabob
• thingmabob
• thingamajig
• thingumajig