Toy Industry

By Janet Kinosian

May 31, 1998 12 AM PT

blades n. paraphernalia, such as clothes, trinkets or furniture, sold along with a toy or doll.

inks n. toys that appeal to adults as well as children. Derived from “Slinky.”

razor n. the actual doll or toy product.

shortpack v. when toy manufacturers limit editions to ensure the price of collectibles. “I’ll bet Hasbro’s shortpacking that new G.I. Joe.”

shrimps n. the next big toy, such as Beanie Babies. Derived from “Let’s throw a shrimp on the barbie.”

staples v. when a toy bombs. “Boy, that ‘Tickle Me Nixon’ sure stapled to the shelf.”

trumpets n. children who love toys. “Watch it, we’ve got a busload of trumpets headed for the Spice Girl razors.”