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toon

toon

Toon (noun) means Informal: a cartoon, especially an animated show or character. Example: “The kids spent Saturday morning watching toons.”

noun
1
Informal: a cartoon, especially an animated show or character.
"The kids spent Saturday morning watching toons."
2
A player's avatar or on-screen character in an online multiplayer game.
"She logged in to check on her toon's inventory."

How to use toon

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishCasual shorthand for "cartoon," or a gamer's slang term for their in-game character.

When to use it

Informal — common in gaming and casual speech, not formal writing.

Word forms

toons plural, toons plural, toons plural

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Etymology

A shortened, informal form of "cartoon."

Australian red cedar tone toona

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Frequently asked questions

What does “toon” mean?

The word “toon” means informal: a cartoon, especially an animated show or character. In plain terms, casual shorthand for "cartoon," or a gamer's slang term for their in-game character.

How do you pronounce “toon”?

“Toon” is pronounced toon ([tuːn] in IPA).

How do you use “toon” in a sentence?

Here is “toon” used in a sentence: “The kids spent Saturday morning watching toons.”

What is another word for “toon”?

Words with a similar meaning to “toon” include Australian red cedar, tone and toona.

What part of speech is “toon”?

“Toon” is a noun.

How many meanings does “toon” have?

“Toon” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: informal: a cartoon, especially an animated show or character.

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