statue
Meaning
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- A three-dimensional work of art, usually representing a person or animal, usually created by sculpting, carving, molding, or casting.
- A portrait.
Synonyms
picture revealing character
bronze statue
molded figure
sculptured effigy
Frequency
Pronounced as (IPA)
/ˈstæt͡ʃ.uː/
Etymology
From Old French statue, from Latin statua, derived from statuō (“set up or erect”). Doublet of statua.
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