devicenuisance
nounUK /dɪˈvaɪs ˈnjuːsəns/
US /dɪˈvaɪs ˈnuːsəns/
A devicenuisance is a gadget that bothers people or gets in the way.
The buzzing toy robot became a real devicenuisance during dinner.
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2. A small tool that causes trouble instead of helping.
The broken can opener was a devicenuisance in the kitchen.
3. A piece of technology that keeps interrupting people.
His phone turned into a devicenuisance with constant alerts.
4. Any machine that makes a simple job harder.
The fancy coffee maker was a devicenuisance compared to a plain kettle.