The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word DOODAD
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The straight part
We know that "gadget" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case gadget = doodad.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does DOODAD mean?
DOODAD noun- A thing (used in a vague way to refer to something whose name one cannot recall); especially an unspecified gadget, device, or part.