Meaning of the word thingy in English

What does thingy mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

thingy

US /ˈθɪŋ.i/
UK /ˈθɪŋ.i/

Noun

used to refer to an object, device, or concept whose name is forgotten or unknown

Example:
Can you pass me that little metal thingy over there?
I need to fix the thingy on the car engine.