English dictionary

toy

noun

Pronunciation

/tɔɪ/

Audio pronunciation

Parts of speech

noun verb

Definitions

noun

  1. Something to play with, especially as intended for use by a child.
  2. A thing of little importance or value; a trifle.
  3. A simple, light piece of music, written especially for the virginal.
  4. Love play, amorous dalliance; fondling.
  5. A vague fancy, a ridiculous idea or notion; a whim.
  6. An inferior graffiti artist.
  7. An old story; a silly tale.
  8. A headdress of linen or wool that hangs down over the shoulders, worn by old women of the lower classes; called also toy mutch.
  9. A sex toy (object or device to give sexual pleasure).

verb

  1. To play (with) in an idle or desultory way.
  2. To ponder or consider.
  3. To stimulate with a sex toy.

Example sentences

A grown man does not play with a child’s toy.
Figo is toying with the English defence.
I have been toying with the idea of starting my own business.
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