Toy

/tɔɪ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

an object for children to play with.

The child received a new toy for her birthday.

a thing that is used for enjoyment or amusement.

The dog loved to play with his squeaky toy.

a device or instrument designed for fun rather than practical purposes.

The remote-controlled car was just a toy for the adults.

verb

to treat something in a way that is not serious or respectful.

He toyed with the idea of moving to another city.

Middle English 'toye', possibly from Old French 'toiement', meaning 'to amuse, to play'.

toy with

To consider or treat something in a casual or superficial way.

toy soldier

A small model of a soldier, often used as a plaything.

toy around

To play or joke without taking something seriously.

game

An activity that one engages in for amusement or fun.

child

A young human being typically categorized as being under the age of puberty.

play

Engagement in activity for enjoyment and recreation rather than a serious or practical purpose.

A derogatory term for someone seen as unimportant or easily manipulated.

He felt like a toy in her plans, just something to use and toss aside.

A term for a frivolous or non-serious person.

Stop being such a toy, and get serious about your career.