toy
Translation
toy, plaything
Examples
The child played with a toy car.
The child played with a toy car.
She keeps her toys in a big box.
She keeps her toys in a big box.
Grammar Patterns
((a/an)) toy a plaything for a child. My son wants a new toy for his birthday.
Similar Words
Synonyms: plaything, game; Antonyms: work, tool
Etymology
From Middle English 'toye', meaning 'amorous play, piece of fun', of unknown origin.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'joy' a 'toy' brings. The words sound similar.