contraption

/kənˈtræpʃən/
noun
  1. A strange, complicated, or awkwardly designed machine or device.
    • The old contraption made a loud clanking noise every time it started.
    • Grandpa built a contraption in the garage that automatically waters the plants.
    • She invented a clever contraption to open jars without effort.
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