gadgetry

American  

[gaj-i-tree] / ˈgædʒ ɪ tri /

noun

1. mechanical or electronic contrivances; gadgets.

   the gadgetry of the well-equipped modern kitchen.

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gadgetry British  

/ ˈɡædʒɪtrɪ /

noun

1. gadgets collectively

2. use of or preoccupation with gadgets and their design

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Etymology

Origin of gadgetry

First recorded in 1915–20; gadget + -ry

Example Sentences

They were ordinary locals empowered by Israeli high-tech gadgetry.

From The Wall Street Journal

To that end, Nike unveiled a blitz of gadgetry as it released the new Vomero model last month—a departure from the sneaker company’s tradition of more staggered product introductions.

From The Wall Street Journal

Now, except for electronic gadgetry, the physical façade of American life, as well as its cultural manifestation in popular entertainment, is roughly the same as it was in about 1985.

From Salon

The battle is not only about digital gadgetry.

From Seattle Times

The House of Tomorrow was popular, with new gadgetry as well as unusual building materials.

From Seattle Times

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