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Matrikins

Part of Speech: noun

Sense 1: a set of wooden dolls of decreasing size placed one inside the other

Example: The little girl loved playing with her collection of matrikins.

Sense 2: a traditional Russian souvenir consisting of a set of nested dolls

Example: She brought back a beautiful set of matrikins from her trip to Moscow.

Sense 3: a popular toy among children for its intriguing nesting concept

Example: The matrikins fascinated the children as they discovered the hidden dolls inside.

Sense 4: (local slang) a nickname for a family with a lineage of women as the head

Example: The matrikins, known for their strong-willed women, have been influential in the community.

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