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Furby

Gender  MaleFemale
Type  Single Name
Species  DogCat
Size
Small

Meaning

An electronic toy with interactive speech and movement.

Related Names

Furball, Fur-Fur.

Famous Usage

1990s soft toy craze, characterised by their small, cute appearance.

Screen Details

Furby is most famously known as the electronic toy phenomenon from Tiger Electronics launched in 1998. The interactive pet-like robot appeared in multiple TV shows including 'The Big Bang Theory' where it was featured as a running gag, and in 'Will & Grace' where Jack becomes obsessed with collecting them. It also made a memorable appearance in the film 'Small Soldiers' (1998) where it was parodied.

Personality Plus

Named after the toy whose appearance is small and furry, with large and bright eyes.

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