dolls Definition
- 1a child's toy in the form of a human figure, typically with detachable clothes, designed to be played with.
- 2a small model of a human figure used as a decoration or as a toy in some religious festivals.
Using dolls: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "dolls" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
She has a collection of porcelain dolls.
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The little girl played with her dolls for hours.
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The dolls were dressed in traditional costumes for the festival.
dolls Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with dolls
doll up
to dress oneself or someone else in fancy or stylish clothes
Example
She spent hours dolling herself up for the party.
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He dolled out money to his friends without thinking about the consequences.
doll-faced
having a pretty or attractive face, especially one that looks innocent or naive
Example
She had a doll-faced look that made her seem younger than she was.
Summary: dolls in Brief
A 'doll' [dolz] is a toy in the form of a human figure, often with detachable clothes, designed for children to play with. It can also refer to small models of human figures used as decorations or toys in religious festivals. Phrases like 'doll up' and 'doll out' describe dressing up or distributing something carelessly, respectively. 'Doll-faced' describes a pretty or attractive face, often with an innocent or naive look.
