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dum·my
dummy
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- pronunciation:
- duh
mi
- parts of speech:
- noun, adjective, transitive verb
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, adjective), Word Explorer
part of speech: |
noun |
inflections: |
dummies |
definition 1: |
an object made as a representation or imitation of another object, but without all the functions or qualities of the original.
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definition 2: |
such an object representing a human body, such as a clothes mannequin.
a ventriloquist's dummy- similar words:
- manikin
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definition 3: |
(informal) an unintelligent or stupid person; idiot.
- similar words:
- dunce, idiot, moron
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definition 4: |
someone or some entity, such as a business, that secretly serves the interests of another person or entity.
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definition 5: |
(chiefly British) a pliable device for an infant to suck on, esp. in the shape of a nipple; pacifier.
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related words: |
dolt, dope, dullard, effigy, fool, imbecile, marionette, miniature, model, pawn, tool |
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part of speech: |
adjective |
definition 1: |
of, concerning, resembling, or designed as a dummy.
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definition 2: |
imitation; counterfeit.
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related words: |
model, substitute |
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part of speech: |
transitive verb |
inflections: |
dummies, dummying, dummied |
definition: |
to make a dummy of (something to be printed).
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