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practical device

[ˈpræktɪkəl dɪˈvaɪs]
nounpl: practical devices
dispositivo prático
1. a tool, instrument, or apparatus designed for practical use that serves a specific functional purpose
The kitchen organizer is a practical device that saves time and space.
O organizador de cozinha é um dispositivo prático que economiza tempo e espaço.
2. a mechanism or tool created to solve a real-world problem in an efficient and straightforward manner
A bottle opener is a simple practical device everyone needs in their kitchen.
Um abridor de garrafas é um dispositivo prático simples que todos precisam na cozinha.
Synonyms
gadgettoolinstrumentappliancecontraptionmechanism
Antonyms
theoretical conceptabstract ideaornament

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
dispositivo prático / aparelho prático
most common usage
São Paulo
dispositivo prático
formal and technical usage
Rio de Janeiro
aparelho útil / gadget prático
more informal, gadget is commonly used
Portugal
dispositivo prático / engenho prático
engenho is traditional Portuguese term for mechanical device

Related Idioms & Phrases

a practical device for everyday use
hands-on practical device
labor-saving practical device
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