toy

US /tɔɪ/
UK /tɔɪ/
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1.

an object for a child to play with, typically a miniature replica or a playful device

:
The child played with a wooden toy car.
She received many new toys for her birthday.
2.

a person or thing treated as a source of amusement rather than with seriousness or respect

:
He treated her like a mere toy, discarding her when he was bored.
The new intern was treated as a toy by the senior staff.
1.

to consider or handle something idly or without serious intent

:
He began to toy with the idea of quitting his job.
She would often toy with her food, pushing it around her plate.