toy

/tˈɔ‍ɪ/

/ˈtɔɪ/

Toy

an object that looks like a car, person, house, etc. designed for children to play with

synonyms : plaything

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

synonyms : toy dog

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

synonyms : miniature

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

a device regarded as providing amusement

to toy

MAIN VERB

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

synonyms : play

manipulate manually or in one's mind or imagination

synonyms : diddle

behave carelessly or indifferently

synonyms : dally

Examples

1. The kids have to pick up their toys before bedtime.

2. I bought a toy for my nephew's birthday.

3. The little boy's favorite toy was a blue car.

4. The child's room was filled with colorful toys.