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toy
[toi]
noun
an object, often a small representation of something familiar, as an animal or person, for children or others to play with; plaything.
a thing or matter of little or no value or importance; a trifle.
something that serves for or as if for diversion, rather than for serious practical use.
a small article of little value but prized as a souvenir or for some other special reason; trinket; knickknack; bauble.
something diminutive, especially in comparison with like objects.
an animal of a breed or variety noted for smallness of size.
The winning terrier at the dog show was a toy.
a close-fitting cap of linen or wool, with flaps coming down to the shoulders, formerly worn by women in Scotland.
a simple, light piece of music, especially of 16th or 17th century England, written for the virginal.
Obsolete.
amorous dallying.
a playful or amusing act; diversion; pastime.
adjective
made or designed for use as a toy.
a toy gun.
of or resembling a toy, especially diminutive in size.
verb (used without object)
to amuse oneself; play.
to act idly; or with indifference; trifle.
to toy with one's food.
to dally amorously; flirt.
toy
/ ɔɪ /
noun
an object designed to be played with
something that is a nonfunctioning replica of something else, esp a miniature one
( as modifier )
a toy guitar
any small thing of little value; trifle
something small or miniature, esp a miniature variety of a breed of dog
( as modifier )
a toy poodle
verb
to play, fiddle, or flirt
Other Word Forms
- toyer noun
- toyless adjective
- toylike adjective
- ˈٴDz adjective
- ˈٴDz noun
- ˈٴDzˌ adjective
Word History and Origins
Origin of toy1
Word History and Origins
Origin of toy1
Example Sentences
Dodgers towel spread on the floor in her bedroom, surrounded by pink toys and a poster of Selena.
Your next toy or game may be able to converse with you.
Labubu dolls, sold by Chinese toy company Pop Mart, usually cost around 50 yuan.
His domineering and abusive father encouraged his son to practise on toy musical instruments; by the age of eight, he was a consummate piano player and a regular in a local church choir.
Prices for toys, car parts and major appliances jumped in the US last month, but the overall impact of Donald Trump's new tariffs on consumers remained relatively muted.
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