Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
yo-yo
noun
/ˈjoʊ joʊ/

Definition
A yo-yo is a toy consisting of a two disks connected by a string, which can be spun up and down by the player.

Examples
- The child played with a yo-yo at the park.
- He showed off his yo-yo tricks to his friends.
- Her emotions were like a yo-yo, going up and down constantly.

Meaning
The term can also refer to something that repeatedly fluctuates or changes direction.

Synonyms
- toy
- fluctuation