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gad·get | ˈga-jət 
: an often small mechanical or electronic device with a practical use but often thought of as a novelty
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Other Words from gadget
gadgetry ˈga-jə-trē noun
noungadgety ˈga-jə-tē adjective
adjectiveExamples of gadget in a Sentence
The kitchen is equipped with all the latest gadgets.
cell phones, pagers, and other gadgets
Recent Examples on the Web From headphones and cameras to air-conditioners and coffee-makers, our gear team put together a list of our favorite deals and gadgets from the month of July.
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Rhett Allain, WIRED, “Jakarta’s Doomed Sea Wall, Russia Takes Aim at 2020, and More News,” 31 July 2019 Second, the differences that really matter center on software, services, and serious questions about how users should or shouldn’t relate to their gadgets and the tech companies that make them.
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Samuel Axon, Ars Technica, “Samsung Galaxy S20 vs. iPhone 11 Pro: A deeper division lurks beneath the spec sheets,” 13 Feb. 2020 The left, right and back sides have AC outlets for plugging in your gadgets.
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Dallas News, “Accell surge protectors bring the power where you need it,” 30 Jan. 2020 Here are some of my all-time favorite gadgets to make your cooking life better.
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Katie Workman, NBC News, “9 essential gadgets worth the real estate in your kitchen,” 6 Jan. 2020 Kris Jenner Is Giving the Gift of Botox to Her Family and Friends This Holiday Season
Kris went on to show a video of the machine and share her reaction to her new fitness gadget.
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Darlene Aderoju, PEOPLE.com, “Kim Kardashian Gifts Booty Sculpting Machine to Her Sisters and Mom Kris Jenner for Christmas,” 21 Dec. 2019 Basically, Tile is the ultimate tech gift for that special someone that can’t live without knowing where their favorite gadgets are at all times.
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Danielle Pointdujour, Essence, “This $25 Pocket-Size Gadget is a Must Have Gift For The Tech Lover in Your Life,” 26 Nov. 2019 Consumers could personalize their gadget by altering the battery, heating elements and e-liquid.
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Carmen Heredia Rodriguez, chicagotribune.com, “As vaping devices evolve, new potential hazards scrutinized,” 30 Oct. 2019 Your plucky new health gadget can get approval from the Hallucinogens For the Management of Severe Diarrhea Advocacy Society, but that agency’s bonafides don’t inspire optimism for white pants.
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Yvette D’entremont, SELF, “8 Simple Ways to Spot a Bogus Health Fad,” 4 Oct. 2019
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Rhett Allain, WIRED, “Jakarta’s Doomed Sea Wall, Russia Takes Aim at 2020, and More News,” 31 July 2019 Second, the differences that really matter center on software, services, and serious questions about how users should or shouldn’t relate to their gadgets and the tech companies that make them.
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Samuel Axon, Ars Technica, “Samsung Galaxy S20 vs. iPhone 11 Pro: A deeper division lurks beneath the spec sheets,” 13 Feb. 2020 The left, right and back sides have AC outlets for plugging in your gadgets.
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Dallas News, “Accell surge protectors bring the power where you need it,” 30 Jan. 2020 Here are some of my all-time favorite gadgets to make your cooking life better.
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Katie Workman, NBC News, “9 essential gadgets worth the real estate in your kitchen,” 6 Jan. 2020 Kris Jenner Is Giving the Gift of Botox to Her Family and Friends This Holiday Season
Kris went on to show a video of the machine and share her reaction to her new fitness gadget.
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Darlene Aderoju, PEOPLE.com, “Kim Kardashian Gifts Booty Sculpting Machine to Her Sisters and Mom Kris Jenner for Christmas,” 21 Dec. 2019 Basically, Tile is the ultimate tech gift for that special someone that can’t live without knowing where their favorite gadgets are at all times.
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Danielle Pointdujour, Essence, “This $25 Pocket-Size Gadget is a Must Have Gift For The Tech Lover in Your Life,” 26 Nov. 2019 Consumers could personalize their gadget by altering the battery, heating elements and e-liquid.
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Carmen Heredia Rodriguez, chicagotribune.com, “As vaping devices evolve, new potential hazards scrutinized,” 30 Oct. 2019 Your plucky new health gadget can get approval from the Hallucinogens For the Management of Severe Diarrhea Advocacy Society, but that agency’s bonafides don’t inspire optimism for white pants.
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Yvette D’entremont, SELF, “8 Simple Ways to Spot a Bogus Health Fad,” 4 Oct. 2019
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gad·get | ˈga-jət
Kids Definition of gadget
: a small useful device that is often interesting, unfamiliar, or unusual
