Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ioio

Noun
/ˈaɪ.oʊ.ɪ.oʊ/
Definition
A type of toy commonly used in play, consisting of a spool attached to a length of string that can be made to go up and down in a rhythmic motion.
Examples
  • The child expertly made the ioio spin and fly with a flick of her wrist.
  • He bought a colorful ioio at the carnival and spent the whole day practicing tricks.
Meaning
A simple, hand-operated toy that is often used for amusement and entertainment by creating a looping motion.
Synonyms
  • Yo-yo
  • Spinning toy