statue

noun

stat·​ue ˈsta-(ˌ)chü How to pronounce statue (audio)
: a three-dimensional representation usually of a person, animal, or mythical being that is produced by sculpturing, modeling, or casting

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Each of the nine suites in this Edinburgh charmer feels like its own cabinet of curiosities, filled to the brim with antiques, tapestries, statues and baubles. Catherine Garcia, theweek, 7 Nov. 2024 Both of the statues in Portland and Philadelphia appeared next to pre-existing bronze sculptures of women. Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024 Over four million lights twinkle atop upscale cabins and along the bridges, fountains and statues that decorate the landscape. Rebecca Deurlein, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024 Prominent snubs included such amazing structures at Angkor Wat in Cambodia, Stonehenge, and the Moai statues of Easter Island. Joshua Rapp Learn, Discover Magazine, 4 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for statue 

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Anglo-French estatue, statue, from Latin statua, from statuere to set up — more at statute

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of statue was in the 14th century

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

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statue

noun
stat·​ue ˈstach-ü How to pronounce statue (audio)
: a likeness (as of a person) sculptured, modeled, or cast in a solid substance (as marble)

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