teddy
Translation
teddy bear, teddy
Examples
The child hugged her teddy bear.
The child hugged her teddy bear.
The store sells lingerie, including teddies.
The shop sells lingerie, including teddies.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) teddy (bear) a soft toy bear I have a teddy bear.
Similar Words
Synonyms: stuffed animal, plush toy
Etymology
Named after U.S. President Theodore 'Teddy' Roosevelt, after an incident where he refused to shoot a bear cub on a hunting trip.
Memory Tips
Picture President 'Teddy' Roosevelt with a small bear. This connection makes the name 'teddy bear' easy to remember.