haunted doll

Possessed child's toy

A haunted doll is a doll believed to be inhabited or influenced by a supernatural presence—a ghost, spirit, or demonic entity.

The concept appears in horror fiction, paranormal investigation shows, and folklore: The antique shop claimed to sell haunted dolls.

Some collectors seek them out; others avoid old dolls precisely because of such associations.

The idea plays on the uncanny quality dolls already possess—human-like but not alive.

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Categories
Opposites
supernatural presence

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Soft toy with filling

plastic toy

emotional valence/safety

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Soft ursine plaything

security blanket · lovey · snuggle toy · cuddly toy · Raggedy Ann

sacred vs. profane spirituality

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Ritually sanctified article

holy relic · protective talisman · angel figurine · protective amulet · lucky charm

Family

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Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Negative · Everyday, not technical · Rated PG