Definitions for: Dolly


[n] a small replica of a person; used as a toy
[n] conveyance consisting of a wheeled platform for moving heavy objects
[n] conveyance consisting of a wheeled support on which a camera can be mounted



Webster (1913) Definition: Dol"ly, n.; pl. Dollies.
1. (Mining) A contrivance, turning on a vertical axis by a
handle or winch, and giving a circular motion to the ore
to be washed; a stirrer.

2. (Mach.) A tool with an indented head for shaping the head
of a rivet. --Knight.

3. In pile driving, a block interposed between the head of
the pile and the ram of the driver.

4. A small truck with a single wide roller used for moving
heavy beams, columns, etc., in bridge building.

5. A compact, narrow-gauge locomotive used for moving
construction trains, switching, etc.


Dol"ly, n.
A child's mane for a doll.

Dolly shop, a shop where rags, old junk, etc., are bought
and sold; usually, in fact, an unlicensed pawnbroker's
shop, formerly distinguished by the sign of a black doll.
[England]

Synonyms: doll

See Also: conveyance, golliwog, golliwogg, plaything, puppet, rag doll, sawdust doll, toy, toy soldier, transport

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