Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
matryoshka
noun
/məˈtrēəˌshkə/
Definition
A set of wooden dolls of decreasing size placed one inside the other.
Examples
- The artist carefully painted a colorful matryoshka with floral patterns.
- When opened, the matryoshka revealed smaller dolls inside, each one painted differently.
Meaning
Matryoshka refers to traditional Russian nesting dolls, which symbolize family and motherhood. Each doll, called a matryoshka, is painted in beautiful designs and represents a unique character or theme.
Synonyms
- Nesting doll
- Russian doll
