A miniature house designed as a toy for children or as a collector's item for adults, often furnished with tiny furniture and accessories. It serves both as entertainment and a way to practice domestic scenarios.
Compound of 'doll' from Middle English dol (possibly a pet name) and 'house' from Old English hūs. Dollhouses emerged in the 16th century as 'baby houses' among wealthy European families, initially serving as display pieces rather than toys.
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