Definitions for gimmicky
Random House Webster's College Dictionary
gim•mickˈgɪm ɪk(n.)
an ingenious or novel device or stratagem, esp. one used to draw attention or increase appeal; stunt; ploy.
a concealed, usu. devious feature of something, as a plan or deal.
a hidden mechanical device by which a magician works a trick or a gambler controls a game of chance.
(v.t.)to equip or embellish with unnecessary features (often fol. by up).
Category: Common Vocabulary
Origin of gimmick:
1925–30
gim′mick•y(adj.)
Wiktionary
gimmicky(Adjective)
Resembling, or characteristic of a gimmick.
gimmicky(Adjective)
Containing gimmicks.
Translations for gimmicky
Kernerman English Multilingual Dictionary
gimmicky(adjective)
something used to attract attention to something or someone
an advertising gimmick.
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