toy
Because it is a word with a single syllable, toy is not hyphenated. The words that have a single syllable are called monosyllabic words.
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Definitions oftoy
- Something to play with, especially as intended for use by a child.
Example: "A grown man does not play with a child’s toy."
- A thing of little importance or value; a trifle.
- A simple, light piece of music, written especially for the virginal.
- Love play, amorous dalliance; fondling.
- A vague fancy, a ridiculous idea or notion; a whim.
- An inferior graffiti artist.
- An old story; a silly tale.
- A headdress of linen or wool that hangs down over the shoulders, worn by old women of the lower classes; called also toy mutch.
- A sex toy (object or device to give sexual pleasure).
- To play (with) in an idle or desultory way.
Example: "Figo is toying with the English defence."
- To ponder or consider.
Example: "I have been toying with the idea of starting my own business."
- To stimulate with a sex toy.
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