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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

dummy

/dʌmi/ noun, verb, adjective · British & US
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What does dummy mean?

noun, verb, adjective

A person or thing that is not real or is of no value; a person who is inexperienced or foolish. A dummy or mock-up of something, especially a model or prototype.

Example

"The actor used a dummy to practice his lines before the performance."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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