dolly
English
/ˈdɑli/, /ˈdɒli/
noun
Definitions
- (childish) A doll.
- A contrivance for stirring:
- A tool with an indented head for shaping the head of a rivet.
- In pile driving, a block interposed between the head of the pile and the ram of the driver.
- A small truck with a single wide roller used for moving heavy beams, columns, etc., in bridge building.
- A small truck without means of steering, to be slipped under a load.
- A compact, narrow-gauge locomotive used for moving construction trains, switching, etc.
- (film) A specialized piece of film equipment resembling a little cart on which a camera is mounted.
- (slang) A young woman, especially one who is frivolous or vapid.
- (slang) A fashionable young woman, one who follows the latest music or clothing fashions.
- (cricket) A ball hit by a batsman such that it goes gently to a fielder for a simple catch.
- (gambling) A marker placed on the winning number by the dealer at roulette.
Etymology
Affix from English doll.
Origin
English
doll