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Barbie

American

[bahr-bee] / ˈbɑr bi /

Trademark.

a brand of doll representing a slim, shapely young woman, especially one with blond hair, blue eyes, and fair skin.

noun

Also called Barbie doll. a person, especially a young woman, perceived as blandly attractive and vacuous.

barbie British

/ ˈbɑːbɪ /

noun

informal short for barbecue

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Angel Reese has a message for Atlanta Dream fans: ATL Barbie is here to stay.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

The Barbie brand was licensed by Mischief Management, a spokesperson for Mattel said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

The event comes during a tough time for the Barbie brand.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

The organisers of the Barbie Dream Fest weekend in Florida are issuing refunds to attendees after customers complained of a lacklustre event.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

Sometimes like the Barbie doll you need to give people something that’s for them, not just something that makes you feel good giving it.

From "Bridge to Terabithia" by Katherine Paterson

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