Barbie

American

[bahr-bee] / ˈbɑr bi /

Trademark.

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

noun

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

barbie British

/ ˈbɑːbɪ /

noun

informal short for barbecue

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The event was meant to be an intimate fan convention designed to offer fans closer access to the Barbie universe, a spokesperson for the company said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Director Daniel Goldhaber, co-writer Isa Mazzei and star Barbie Ferreira discuss the “moral peril” of smartening up a notorious horror movie for a new generation.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

Photos of the event show a grey convention centre space with pink cardboard cut-out Barbie signs.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

The stock market dip came after the company announced weak holiday-season sales, with Barbie products lagging.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

Unlike baby dolls, Barbie appeared as a miniature-sized young woman with clothes and accessories that could be changed.

From "Women in Space" by Karen Bush Gibson

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