Definitions for toy

Definitions for (noun) toy

Main entry: toy, toy dog

Definition: any of several breeds of very small dogs kept purely as pets


Main entry: miniature, toy

Definition: a copy that reproduces a person or thing in greatly reduced size


Main entry: plaything, toy

Definition: an artifact designed to be played with


Main entry: toy

Definition: a device regarded as providing amusement

Usage: private airplanes are a rich man's toy


Main entry: toy

Definition: a nonfunctional replica of something else (frequently used as a modifier)

Usage: a toy stove


Definitions for (verb) toy

Main entry: play, toy

Definition: engage in an activity as if it were a game rather than take it seriously

Usage: They played games on their opponents; play the stock market; play with her feelings; toy with an idea


Main entry: fiddle, diddle, play, toy

Definition: manipulate manually or in one's mind or imagination

Usage: She played nervously with her wedding ring; Don't fiddle with the screws; He played with the idea of running for the Senate


Main entry: dally, toy, flirt, play

Definition: behave carelessly or indifferently

Usage: Play about with a young girl's affection


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