"entertoyment" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: Blend of entertainment + toy. Etymology templates: {{blend|en|entertainment|toy}} Blend of entertainment + toy Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} entertoyment (uncountable)
  1. The phenomenon of popular entertainment (especially that which is intended for children) linked to the mass marketing of tie-in toys and products. Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Marketing

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