Meaning of the word doll in English

What does doll mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

doll

US /dɑːl/

UK /dɒl/

a small model of a human figure, typically a baby or girl, used as a child's toy

Example:

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My daughter loves playing with her new doll.

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She collected antique porcelain dolls.

Synonym:

puppet figurine toy

an attractive young woman (often used as a term of address)

Example:

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Hello, doll, how are you doing today?

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She's a real Hollywood doll.

Synonym:

babe beauty cutie sweetheart

to dress someone, especially a girl or woman, in elaborate or attractive clothes

Example:

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She loved to doll herself up for parties.

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They dolled up the old car with new paint and chrome.

Synonym:

dress up beautify adorn embellish