Barbie

[bahr-bee]

Trademark.

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

noun

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

barbie

/ ˈbɑːbɪ /

noun

1. informal,  short for barbecue

Example Sentences

Rugby star Ilona Maher is a two-time Olympian, a “Dancing With the Stars” alum, a social media favorite and now a Barbie doll.

Read more on Los Angeles Times

The new “Team Barbie” campaign is to celebrate International Day of the Girl, which is Oct.

Read more on Los Angeles Times

“If sharing my story can inspire other young girls to believe in themselves the way I have, then I’ll have truly made an impact. Being part of Team Barbie is about showing girls that confidence isn’t something to shy away from, but something to own.”

Read more on Los Angeles Times

“By showcasing the stories of incredible role models whose confidence has fueled groundbreaking success, we’re showing girls that the future of sports — or wherever their passion takes them — is theirs to claim, with Team Barbie cheering them on.”

Read more on Los Angeles Times

The Team Barbie campaign is not the first time the company has put the spotlight on athletes.

Read more on Los Angeles Times