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   Toy

   /toi/

   

   noun

   • 1. an object for a child to play with, typically a model or miniature replica of something: "a toy car" Similar playthinggamemodelminiatureimitationmake-believefakesimulationartificialOpposite realauthentic
   • ▪ an object, especially a gadget or machine, regarded as providing amusement for an adult: "in 1914 the car was still a rich man's toy" Similar trinketbaubleknickknackornamentgewgawtriflegimcrackbagatelletrivialitykickshawinformal:whatnotdoodah
   • ▪ a person treated by another as a source of pleasure or amusement rather than with due seriousness: "a man needed a friend, an ally, not an idol or a toy"
   • 2. denoting a diminutive breed or variety of dog: "a toy poodle" Similar miniaturesmalltinyfun-sizediminutivedwarfmidgetpygmyOpposite full-sizebig

   verb

   • 1. move or handle (an object) absentmindedly or nervously: "Alan toyed with his glasses"
   • ▪ eat or drink in an unenthusiastic or restrained way.
   • 2. consider (an idea, movement, or proposal) casually or indecisively: "I was toying with the idea of writing a book"
   • ▪ treat (someone) without due seriousness, especially in a superficially amorous way: "he had been toying with her that day on the river"

   Word Origin late Middle English: of unknown origin. The word originally denoted a funny story or remark, later an antic or trick, or a frivolous entertainment. The verb dates from the early 16th century.

   Derivatives

   • 1. toylike adjective

   Scrabble Points: 6

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishTOY | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   TOY definition: 1. an object for children to play with: 2. an object that is used by an adult for pleasure rather…. Learn more.

3. en.m.wikipedia.org › wiki › ToyToy - Wikipedia

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   A toy or plaything is an object that is used primarily to provide entertainment. Simple examples include toy blocks, board games, and dolls. Toys are often designed for use by children, although many are designed specifically for adults and pets.

4. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › toyToy - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   A toy is an object that's made for a child to play with. Your favorite childhood toy might have been a dollhouse, a stuffed animal, or a set of blocks. Some toys are specifically designed for play, like a small wooden train set or a baby's shape sorter.

5. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishTOY definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   2 days ago · 1. countable noun. A toy is an object that children play with, for example a doll or a model car. He was really too old for children's toys. ...a toy telephone. Synonyms: plaything, game, doll More Synonyms of toy. 2. See also soft toy. 3. countable noun. You can refer to objects that adults use for fun rather than for a serious purpose as toys .

6. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishTOY | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary

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   Meaning of toy – Learner’s Dictionary. toy. noun [ C ] uk / tɔɪ / us. Add to word list. A2. an object for children to play with: a toy car / train. He was happily playing with his toys. Fewer examples. Demand for the toys far outstrips supply. All our toys conform with safety standards. The children are not very good at clearing away their toys.

7. www.thefreedictionary.com › toyToy - definition of toy by The Free Dictionary

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   n. 1. an object designed to be played with. 2. a. something that is a nonfunctioning replica of something else, esp a miniature one. b. ( as modifier ): a toy guitar. 3. any small thing of little value; trifle. 4. a. something small or miniature, esp a miniature variety of a breed of dog.

8. www.dictionary.com › browse › toyTOY Definition & Usage Examples | Dictionary.com

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   See synonyms for toy on Thesaurus.com noun an object, often a small representation of something familiar, as an animal or person, for children or others to play with; plaything.