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    Muñeco (en. Doll)

    [muˈɲe.ko]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    An object that represents a person or animal, primarily used as a toy.
    The child plays with his stuffed doll.
    El niño juega con su muñeco de peluche.
    Figure or model used in decoration or display.
    The store has several display dolls.
    En la tienda tienen varios muñecos de vitrina.
    A person who is considered a puppet or lacks power in a situation.
    That politician is just a doll in the hands of the real bosses.
    Ese político es solo un muñeco en manos de los verdaderos jefes.

    Etymology

    Derived from Old Spanish 'muñeco', diminutive of 'muñeca', meaning 'wrist' or 'little hand'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to make dolls
    To create figures or representations in the shape of dolls.
    hacer muñecos
    to be a doll
    Referring to someone who is controlled or manipulated by others.
    ser un muñeco
    snowman
    Snow sculpture that represents a doll.
    muñeco de nieve

    Related Words

    doll
    Part of the body between the forearm and the hand.
    muñeca
    puppet
    Doll that moves with strings or rods.
    marioneta
    puppet
    Doll that is manipulated similarly to a puppet.
    títere

    Slang Meanings

    A person who is considered attractive or charming.
    That girl is a real doll.
    Esa chica es un verdadero muñeco.
    Someone who behaves in a ridiculous or silly manner.
    Stop acting like a doll, be more serious.
    Deja de actuar como un muñeco, sé más serio.