noun

toying

Toying (noun) means the act of playing with something idly, or of treating a person or idea carelessly rather than seriously. Example: “His toying with her feelings finally made her walk away.”

noun

The act of playing with something idly, or of treating a person or idea carelessly rather than seriously.

"His toying with her feelings finally made her walk away."

"She caught him toying with the idea of quitting his job."

How to use toying

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishFiddling with something, or considering an idea without committing to it, sometimes in a way that is unfair to someone else.

Common pairings

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Word forms

toyings plural

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Rhymes for toying

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Frequently asked questions

What does “toying” mean?

The word “toying” means the act of playing with something idly, or of treating a person or idea carelessly rather than seriously. In plain terms, fiddling with something, or considering an idea without committing to it, sometimes in a way that is unfair to someone else.

How do you use “toying” in a sentence?

Here is “toying” used in a sentence: “His toying with her feelings finally made her walk away.”

What part of speech is “toying”?

“Toying” is a noun.

What is the meaning of toying?

"toying" (noun) means the act of playing with something idly, or of treating a person or idea carelessly rather than seriously.

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