dummy
Pronunciation: [ˈdʌmi]
Word
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.
Example
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.
Example
He didn't want the dummy anymore and threw it away.
Example
When should you replace a baby's dummy?
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