gadget freak

A person who obsessively buys the latest fashionable electronic or computer equipment even when they have no practical use for it.

"Ben in the Commercial Department has gone out to buy that new Nokia Dual IP phone."
"Really?! I thought he already had the Motorola version."
"He does. He's just a total gadget freak."

by PrinceToad August 29, 2005

gadget

An electronic or mechanical device that people buy as a toy rather than as a practical tool.

Why not take a photo of your butt and send it to her on that new gadget of yours?

by PrinceToad August 29, 2005

gadger

A (generally male) person. Slightly derogatory

That gadger over there just gave me a funny look.

by thenewmagoo April 5, 2006

gajagow

n. a beer or alcoholic beverage. Possibly of South Indian origin, used predominantly in Southeast Asia.

Are you up for a gajagow after work?

by Al O'Mack July 25, 2012

gadgetbahn

Any mode of transport that is "futuristic" or "innovative" in theory, but ends up being either infeasible, impractical, or just a steaming pile of shit in practice.
Gadgetbahn systems are often outperformed by the most basic things, such as buses.

The Simpsons monorail is a classic example of gadgetbahn in television
Elon Musk's "3D roads" have been condemned by many as being an overly expensive gadgetbahn

by alreadyinusebysomeonelese February 6, 2021

gabaga

A word you say when something exciting happens.

Gabaga! I just ran a marathon!

by Amber_Gr1s May 29, 2023

Shi'gadam

Shi'gadam is a contraction of the words 'shit' and 'God damn'. It can be used to express frustration, anger, confusion, or elation, making it a versatile companion for tomfoolery.

Background origin is likely a Franco American patois

Patrick discovers that traffic is backed up and will make him late, he says "Shi'gadam!"

by CorbeauSansFromage June 4, 2023