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doll
The word carries a strong association with childhood, innocence, and imitation. It evokes a sense of static perfection or artificiality, as dolls are designed to look human but remain motionless and controllable. This creates a psychological tension often exploited in horror genres to create an uncanny feeling. When applied to adults, the term shifts toward a superficial admiration of beauty. Depending on the tone, it can be a sweet, old-fashioned term of endearment or a patronizing critique of someone perceived as a decorative object rather than a complex individual.
Used to count individual toy figures or specific people described as dolls.
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A small model of a human figure, typically used as a child's toy.
"The toddler is clutching her favorite porcelain doll."
A person who is considered physically attractive but perhaps lacking in intelligence or depth.
"He thinks she is a total doll, though she barely speaks during dinner."