doohickey

UK
/ˈduːhɪki/
US
/ˈduːhɪki/

Translations

doohickeynoun
doohickeys
pl
UK
/ˈduːhɪki/
US
/ˈduːhɪki/
I can't fix the car without that doohickey.
Я не могу починить машину без этой штуковины.
doohickeyadjective
UK
/ˈduːˌhɪki/
US
/ˈduˌhɪki/
Used attributively to modify another noun, e.g., "a doohickey repair kit".

Definitions

doohickeynoun
A small object or gadget, especially one whose name is unknown or forgotten.
I can't find the doohickey that connects the two parts of the machine.
doohickeyadjective
Relating to or designed for a doohickey; attributive use of the noun.
He bought a doohickey repair kit for his invention.