Doodad: meaning, definitions and examples
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doodad
[ หduห.dรฆd ]
general object
A doodad is an informal term used to refer to a small, often decorative or whimsical object or gadget. It can denote an item whose name is unknown or forgotten, making it a catch-all term for various trinkets. Doodads are often used in crafts, hobbies, or everyday life to give a playful touch or to serve a minor purpose. This term reflects a light-hearted approach to identifying objects that might not have a specific name or function.
Synonyms
doohickey, gadget, thingamajig.
Examples of usage
- She decorated the room with various doodads.
- I found a few doodads in the drawer that I forgot about.
- This gadget is just a doodad for my collection.
Translations
Translations of the word "doodad" in other languages:
๐ต๐น coisa
๐ฎ๐ณ เคตเคธเฅเคคเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช Ding
- Gegenstand
- Teil
๐ฎ๐ฉ benda
๐บ๐ฆ ััั
๐ต๐ฑ rzecz
๐ฏ๐ต ใใฎ
๐ซ๐ท chose
๐ช๐ธ cosa
๐น๐ท ลey
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ฌผ๊ฑด
๐ธ๐ฆ ุดูุก
๐จ๐ฟ vฤc
๐ธ๐ฐ veci
๐จ๐ณ ไธ่ฅฟ
๐ธ๐ฎ stvar
๐ฎ๐ธ hlutur
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะทะฐั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ ลey
๐ฒ๐ฝ cosa
Etymology
The word 'doodad' is believed to have originated in the United States around the early 20th century. Its exact etymology is unclear, but it is thought to be an alteration of 'doohickey,' a similar informal term for a device or object whose name is either unknown or forgotten. The playful and somewhat whimsical sound of the word aligns with its meaning, which is used to describe objects that may seem trivial or lack a clear definition. The use of 'doodad' has increased over the decades, often appearing in casual conversation, literature, and media to describe household items, decorations, or small tools, further embedding it into everyday language.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #42,558, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.
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- 42555 lammed
- 42556 outclassing
- 42557 shaggier
- 42558 doodad
- 42559 nobelium
- 42560 nauseously
- 42561 mishear
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