plaything
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- noun
- /ˈpleɪˌθɪŋ/
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juguete
- For example, in the first period of free play, he had the choice of playthings.
- become a plaything
Examples
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If you think having a dog would make a good plaything for the kids, then think again.
Blog text (10) -
Sometimes they seemed to take on the shape of an animal, a favorite plaything, a familiar face.
Academic text (2007) -
For more than fifteen years, it had been the cherished plaything of a wealthy old man.
Fiction book (1994) -
I step out from behind the bushes, feeling like a jerk with this plastic plaything between my fingers.
Fiction book (1999) -
I prefer my playthings pretty and sweet smelling.
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You're a child's plaything.
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She gave her little brother a new plaything to keep him entertained while she studied.
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The children were excited to discover a box full of colorful playthings at the birthday party.
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After finishing their chores, the kids eagerly rushed outside to play with their old playthings.
Synonyms
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An object made for children to play with, like a doll or car
A soft colorful material children shape with their hands to make objects
How Playful
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Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Plaything is simply made from play and thing, so it literally means an object for 'play'. That's why a plaything is any toy or thing you play with.