Gizmo
5 lettersnounUpdated June 2026
Definition
a gadget or device, especially an ingenious one
“This gizmo peels vegetables in seconds.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈɡɪzmoʊ/
Syllables
giz·mo
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"Gizmo" uses 5 different letters, which makes it efficient for eliminating options. Its 2 vowels balance the consonants. Watch the less-common letter Z.
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