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doodad Synonyms

Another word for doodad

Choosing another word for doodad depends on context, so the 16 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A small gadget, contraption, or mechanical part whose exact name is unknown, forgotten, or unimportant.

Usage Example

"The mechanic reached into the toolbox and pulled out a metal doohickey to tighten the valve."

Strongest
doohickey
thingamajig
thingamabob
whatchamacallit
gizmo
widget
Strong
gimmick
gadget
contraption

• noun (Context 2)

A small, showy ornament, trinket, or decorative embellishment.

Usage Example

"The antique mantelpiece was cluttered with porcelain figurines and other dusty doodads."

Strongest
knickknack
trinket
Strong
bauble
gewgaw
gimcrack
bibelot
curio

• Nearby Words

donne
donor
doo
doodad
doodle
doodlebug
doodler

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Doodad. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/doodad
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