1. an object for children to play with
2. something that provides amusement or entertainment

1. to play with or handle something casually
2. to consider an idea without being serious about it

1. made as a small model or for play rather than real use

Examples

• The child played with her favorite toy all afternoon.
• He bought a new electronic toy for his desk.
• She toyed with her pen during the meeting.
• They’re toying with the idea of moving to California.
• The toy train set was incredibly detailed.
• Don’t toy with my feelings like that.
• The toy poodle was smaller than expected.