Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
doofer
Noun
/ˈduːfə/
Definition
A doofer is an informal term used to refer to an object or device whose name is unknown or forgotten.
Examples
- “Can you pass me that doofer? I need it to fix this thing.”
- “She always has a doofer for everything; I wonder where she gets them all.”
Meaning
The term can also imply a tool or gadget that is not specifically identified, often with a hint of humor or light-heartedness.
Synonyms
- gadget
- thingamajig
- widget