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Word: Toy
Speech Type: Verb
late Middle English: of unknown origin. The word originally denoted a funny story or remark, later an antic or trick, or a frivolous entertainment. The verb dates from the early 16th century
tɔɪ
move or handle (an object) absent-mindedly or nervously
Short Definition:move or handle object absent-mindedly or nervously
Examples:- Alan toyed with his glasses
consider (an idea or proposal) casually or indecisively
Short Definition:consider idea or proposal casually or indecisively
Examples:- I was toying with the idea of writing a book
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