(con-trap-tion) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. a device or control that is very useful for a particular job; a mechanical contrivance

Example Sentence

A mousetrap is a simple contraption.

Synonyms

appliance; contrivance; convenience; gadget; gizmo

Antonyms

living object

Hear It! Say It! Write It!

contraption
Hear It! Say It! Write It!

Rhymes

  • caption

  • contraption