Word Noun
figurine
n.
B2 Upper Intermediate US /ˌfɪɡjɝˈin/ UK /fˈɪɡjʊɹˌiːn/ fig·urine UK spelling figurines
Definition
n.a small statue of a person or animal. You often see these in shops or on shelves as decorations.
n.a small statue or representation of a person or animal. Often used in the context of decorative arts or as a collectible item.
Examples
“She bought a small wooden figurine of a horse.”
“The museum displays a collection of ancient figurines made from clay and stone.”
“The artist's latest series features delicate porcelain figurines that capture the grace of classical mythology with astonishing precision.”
Etymology
Borrowed from French figurine, equivalent to figure + -ine.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
This entry
Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Occasional
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