a gimmick

[Will17]

Hello!

Can you tell me if this definition is correct, please?

"A gimmick does not only include funny faces or gestures, it can also be a device or a trick to attract attention."

Thank you very much
Will

[emsr2d2]

Hello!

Can you tell me if this definition is correct, please?

"A gimmick does not only include funny faces or gestures, it can also be a device or a trick to attract attention."

Thank you very much
Will

It's a device or a trick to attract attention or to attract sales, yes. I wouldn't say that funny faces or gestures could be described as gimmicks.

A gimmick would be, for instance, selling a set of saucepans (rather boring) but offering a naked photograph of Brad Pitt free with the sale (much less boring!). The photo could be described as a gimmick designed to make people more interested in buying the main product.

[Hedwig]

A gimmick would be, for instance, selling a set of saucepans (rather boring) but offering a naked photograph of Brad Pitt free with the sale (much less boring!).

Where are they selling?!

[5jj]

Where are they selling?!

Hedwig!