English Explanatory Dictionary

plaything

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A thing or person intended for playing with.
  2. A person at the mercy of fate.
adj
  1. Used for the purpose of play or amusement.

Pronunciation

/ˈpleɪ.θɪŋ/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-plaything.wav

Word forms

plaything playthings

Etymology

From play + thing.

Synonyms

toy
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