<p><strong>Noun</strong></p><ul><li>an object, often a small representation of something familiar, as an animal or person, for children or others to play with; plaything</li><li>a thing or matter of little or no value or importance; a trifle</li><li>something that serves for or as if for diversion, rather than for serious practical use</li><li>a small article of little value but prized as a souvenir or for some other special reason; trinket; knickknack; bauble</li><li>something diminutive, especially in comparison with like objects</li><li>an animal of a breed or variety noted for smallness of size: The winning terrier at the dog show was a toy</li><li>a close-fitting cap of linen or wool, with flaps coming down to the shoulders, formerly worn by women in Scotland</li><li>a simple, light piece of music, especially of 16th or 17th century England, written for the virginal</li><li>Obsolete: amorous dallying</li><li>a playful or amusing act; diversion; pastime</li></ul><p><strong>Adjective</strong></p><ul><li>made or designed for use as a toy: a toy gun</li><li>of or resembling a toy, especially diminutive in size</li></ul><p><strong>Verb (used without object)</strong></p><ul><li>to amuse oneself; play</li><li>to act idly; or with indifference; trifle: to toy with one's food</li><li>to dally amorously; flirt</li></ul>