toy meaning and definition

TOY noun

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. a device regarded as providing amusement
   • "private airplanes are a rich man's toy"
4. a copy that reproduces a person or thing in greatly reduced size
   • synonyms: miniature
5. any of several breeds of very small dogs kept purely as pets
   • synonyms: toy dog

TOY verb

Definition of toy (verb)

1. behave carelessly or indifferently
   • "Play about with a young girl's affection"
   • synonyms: dally, flirt, play
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: diddle, fiddle, 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