Contraption

//kənˈtɹæp.ʃən//

Word Type

Noun

The word "contraption" can be used as a noun.

Word Relationships

Derived Terms

contraptionary contraptor

Etymologically Related To

adaption cantrip contrivance contrive tion trap

Context

derogatory ironic

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

Related Terms

complicated machine precarious

Synonym Network

appliance contrivance

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