contraptions

UK
/kənˈtræpʃənz/
US
/kənˈtræpʃənz/

Translations

contraptionnoun

contraptions

pl

contraptions
pl
UK
/kənˈtræpʃən/
US
/kənˈtræpʃən/
The old contraption in the garage still works perfectly.
Старый механизм в гараже все еще работает идеально.
The new contraption in the kitchen makes cooking much easier.
Новое устройство на кухне делает приготовление пищи намного проще.
He built a contraption to help him water the plants.
Он построил приспособление, чтобы помочь ему поливать растения.
Additional translations

Definitions

contraptionnoun
A machine or device that appears strange or unnecessarily complicated, often used to refer to something that is makeshift or experimental.
The inventor proudly displayed his latest contraption, a device that could peel and slice an apple in seconds.
An object or piece of equipment whose name is unknown or has been forgotten by the speaker.
Could you hand me that contraption sitting by the window?