figurine
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for figurine, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A small statue or carved figure, often decorative.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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How to use figurine
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
Borrowed from French figurine, from figure plus a diminutive ending.
Full origin of figurine →Frequently asked questions
What does “figurine” mean?
The word “figurine” means a small statue or carved figure, often decorative. In plain terms, a small ornamental statue, usually of a person or animal.
How do you pronounce “figurine”?
“Figurine” is pronounced fih-guh-REEN (/fɪɡ(j)əˈɹin/ in IPA).
How do you use “figurine” in a sentence?
Here is “figurine” used in a sentence: “She collected porcelain figurines of animals.”
What part of speech is “figurine”?
“Figurine” is a noun.
Where does the word “figurine” come from?
The word “figurine” comes from French. Borrowed from French figurine, from figure plus a diminutive ending.