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Meaning of the word toy in English

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toy

US /tɔɪ/
UK /tɔɪ/
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Noun

1.

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

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

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

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

Verb

1.

to consider or handle something idly or without serious intent

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