gadget

 
Pronunciation: /ˈgadʒɪt/

noun

  • a small mechanical device or tool, especially an ingenious or novel one: a variety of kitchen gadgets

Derivatives

gadgeteer

Pronunciation: /-ˈtɪə/
noun

gadgetry

noun

gadgety

adjective

Origin:

late 19th century (originally in nautical use): probably from French gâchette 'lock mechanism' or from the French dialect word gagée 'tool'