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Translate files Contraption
/kənˈtræp.ʃən/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A mechanical device or gadget, often awkwardly or hastily assembled.
The inventor showed off his latest contraption, which could open cans and chop vegetables simultaneously.
A complex or unusual machine or structure.
The roller coaster was an impressive contraption that twisted and turned in every direction.
An elaborate, often impractical device.
She built a strange contraption to water her plants automatically.
Etymology
The word 'contraption' is believed to be a blend of 'contrive' and 'apparatus'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Rube Goldberg contraption:
An overly complicated device designed to perform a simple task.
contraption gone wrong:
A device that has failed or malfunctioned unexpectedly.
makeshift contraption:
A temporary or improvised device made quickly.
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Slang Meanings
A quirky or inventive item, often used humorously.
That old blender is such a contraption, but it still works like a charm!
A term for a complicated setup that may not work properly.
Don't trust that contraption; it looks like it might break at any moment.