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Definition toy in British English

toy verb

verb
/tɔɪ/
1

to keep touching or moving something with your fingers, usually because you are nervous

Example

Jerry toyed with the stem of his glass as he spoke.

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1.1

to keep pushing food around on your plate, instead of eating it

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2

to consider an idea in a way that is not serious or definite

Example

I've been toying with the idea of starting my own business.

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3

to pretend that you like or love someone when really you do not

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Definition toy in British English