toy

noun

  1. 1

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

  2. 2

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

  3. 3

    an artifact designed to be played with

  4. 4

    a device regarded as providing amusement

    private airplanes are a rich man's toy

  5. 5

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

    a toy stove

verb

  1. 1

    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

  2. 2

    manipulate manually or in one's mind or imagination

    She played nervously with her wedding ring

    Don't fiddle with the screws

  3. 3

    behave carelessly or indifferently

    Play about with a young girl's affection

Synonyms

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