Toy Definition
toy
noun
- an artifact designed to be played with
- a nonfunctional replica of something else (frequently used as a modifier); "a toy stove"
- a device regarded as providing amusement; "private airplanes are a rich man's toy"
- a copy that reproduces a person or thing in greatly reduced size
- any of several breeds of very small dogs kept purely as pets
verb
- behave carelessly or indifferently; "Play about with a young girl's affection"
- 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"
- 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"
"Toy" in song lyrics
See how toy is used in real songs:
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"Let's play, you could be my favorite toy"
3 Melancholy Gypsies — And If -
"I'm worth a million, you're just a toy"
The 7A3 — Coolin' in Cali -
"And if I was her boy, wouldn't treat women like a toy"
9th Prince f/ Tash Mahogany — Outstanding
Words that rhyme with toy
Usage tips for "toy"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "toy" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for toy to find words that pair well.