: an often small mechanical or electronic device with a practical use but often thought of as a novelty
Examples of gadget in a Sentence
The kitchen is equipped with all the latest gadgets.
cell phones, pagers, and other gadgets
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Other gadgets are all about efficiency.
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Melanie Marshall, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Sep. 2025
The Apple Series 10 keeps me on top of health, fitness, and notifications without ever feeling like another gadget to babysit.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 9 Sep. 2025
Sean Payton has had plenty of success with gadget backs throughout his 18-year NFL career, from Darren Sproles to Alvin Kamara.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 9 Sep. 2025
Now, the gadget flaunts app compatibility, which helps tailor the drying and styling process to your individual hair type and length.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2025
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Melanie Marshall, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Sep. 2025
The Apple Series 10 keeps me on top of health, fitness, and notifications without ever feeling like another gadget to babysit.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 9 Sep. 2025
Sean Payton has had plenty of success with gadget backs throughout his 18-year NFL career, from Darren Sproles to Alvin Kamara.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 9 Sep. 2025
Now, the gadget flaunts app compatibility, which helps tailor the drying and styling process to your individual hair type and length.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for gadget
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“Gadget.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gadget. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.
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