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Toying: meaning, definitions and examples

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toying

 

[ หˆtษ”ษช.ษชล‹ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

playfully manipulating

Toying refers to the act of playing with something in a lighthearted or playful manner. This can include handling an object or concept in a way that is not serious, often for the purpose of amusement or exploration. It can also imply a sense of teasing or joking with someone or something, rather than engaging in a serious manner. The term can be used in various contexts, from children playing with toys to adults joking around in conversation. Overall, toying often connotes a lack of seriousness and a focus on enjoyment.

Synonyms

frolicking, joking, playing, teasing

Examples of usage

  • The cat was toying with the ball of yarn.
  • He was toying with the idea of moving to another city.
  • Stop toying with my emotions!
  • She enjoyed toying with her little brother during playtime.

Translations

Translations of the word "toying" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น brincando

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค–เคฟเคฒเฅŒเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช spielen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ bermain

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั–ะณั€ะฐัˆะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zabawka

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใŠใ‚‚ใกใ‚ƒ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท jouet

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ juguete

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท oyuncak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์žฅ๋‚œ๊ฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู„ุนุจุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hraฤka

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ hraฤka

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็Žฉๅ…ท

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ igraฤa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ leikfang

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะพะนั‹ะฝัˆั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ—แƒแƒ›แƒแƒจแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ oyuncaq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ juguete

Etymology

The word 'toying' originates from the Middle English term 'toyen', which means to play or to amuse oneself. This term is derived from the Old French word 'toyer' meaning 'to play'. The root can be traced even further back to Latin roots related to playfulness. Throughout history, 'toying' has maintained a consistent association with playful behavior, whether it involves physical objects, ideas, or emotions. The evolution of the word reflects changing attitudes towards play and the importance of amusement in human interactions. In modern usage, 'toying' often has a whimsical connotation, particularly in interpersonal relationships, and highlights the lighter, more humorous side of human nature.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,695, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.