figurine

noun

fig·​u·​rine ˌfi-g(y)ə-ˈrēn How to pronounce figurine (audio)
Synonyms of figurinenext
: a small carved or molded figure : statuette

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Examples of figurine in a Sentence

his collection of figurines includes toy soldiers from every war that America has fought
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The set creates three gingerbread figurines that are completely customizable, so everyone can show off their creativity. —Clara McMahon, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024 Swap Outdoor Inflatables for Classic Elements Outdoor inflatables have been popular for years, but some people want to return to simple and nostalgic exterior holiday decorating instead—whether that be with lots of string lights, vintage figurines, lanterns, or pots of winter greenery. —Halee Miller Van Ryswyk, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Nov. 2024 The figurine is lit up with over 100 clear white lights inside. —Nora Colomer, Fox News, 31 Oct. 2024 My husband scoured the local stores to collect all the figurines featured in the movie. —Lauren Gelman, Parents, 24 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for figurine 

Word History

Etymology

borrowed from French, going back to Middle French, borrowed from Italian figurina, from figura "shape, figure entry 1" (going back to Latin figūra) + -ina, feminine of -ino, diminutive suffix (going back to Latin -īnus, suffix of appurtenance)

First Known Use

1844, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of figurine was in 1844

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“Figurine.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/figurine. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

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figurine

noun
fig·​u·​rine ˌfig-(y)ə-ˈrēn How to pronounce figurine (audio)
: a small carved or molded figure

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