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thingamabob

/ˌθɪŋɡəməˈbɒb/ noun · British & US
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What does thingamabob mean?

noun

A thingamabob is a colloquial or humorous term used to refer to an object whose name is unknown or forgotten. It is often used in a playful or whimsical manner.

Example

"I'm trying to fix this thingamabob, but I'm not sure what it's supposed to do."

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