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Definition of 'toy'

Noun

  1. an artifact designed to be played with
       Synonyms: plaything
  2. a nonfunctional replica of something else (frequently used as a modifier); "a toy stove"
  3. copy that reproduces something in greatly reduced size
       Synonyms: miniature
  4. any of several breeds of very small dogs kept purely as pets
       Synonyms: toy dog

Verb

  1. behave carelessly or indifferently; "Play about with a young girl's affection"
       Synonyms: dally play flirt
  2. manipulate manually or in one's mind or imagination; "She played nervously with her wedding ring"; "Don't fiddle with the screws"; "He played with the idea of running for the Senate"
       Synonyms: fiddle diddle play
  3. engage in an activity as if it were a game rather than take it seriously; "They played games on their opponents"; "play the stock market"; "play with her feelings"; "toy with an idea"
       Synonyms: play


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