Synonyms for

Teddy

Verb / ˈtedi: / Another word for teddy — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a stuffed toy bear, often used as a child's toy or as a decoration

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Informal

cuddly toy stuffed animal plush toy

Literary

bear cub child's companion

Common collocations

  • teddy bear
  • soft teddy
  • small teddy
  • large teddy
  • teddy bear picnic
  • teddy bear's house
  • my teddy

Word family

noun teddy bear

Usage note

The term 'teddy' is almost exclusively used as a shortened form of 'teddy bear'. It refers to a stuffed toy bear.

Example sentences

  1. My teddy bear always makes me feel better when I'm sad.
  2. I got a new teddy bear for my birthday.
  3. The little girl held her teddy bear tightly as she walked through the park.
  4. I have a collection of teddy bears from different countries.
  5. The teddy bears were arranged in a row on the shelf.

Quotes

  • A bear, however hard he tries, grows tubby without exercise. - A.A. Milne
  • When you see a teddy bear, you just want to hug it. - Tara Strong
  • A teddy bear is your childhood wrapped up in faded yellow fur, and as such, he commands affection long after he is outgrown. - Pam Brown

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