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dummy

Pronunciation: [ˈdʌmi]

Word

Learn how to use dummy in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “object”

(noun) a fake version of something made to look real. It's used to practice or show something without using the real thing.

Example

The teacher used a dummy to demonstrate how to perform CPR to the class.

Example

Using a dummy instead of a live person can sometimes lead to mistakes.

Example

What is the purpose of a dummy in a safety training session?

Context: “insult”

(noun) a word used to describe someone who is not very smart. It's often said jokingly but can be hurtful.

Example

He played the prank on his friend, but they both laughed when he called him a dummy.

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It's not nice to call someone a dummy because that can hurt their feelings.

Example

Why do some people jokingly call others a dummy when they make a mistake?

Context: “infant care”

(noun) a soft nipple that babies suck on, sometimes called a pacifier. It helps soothe them when they are upset.

Example

The baby stopped crying as soon as she got her dummy.

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He didn't want the dummy anymore and threw it away.

Example

When should you replace a baby's dummy?

How to pronounce dummy

Pronunciation: [ˈdʌmi]

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