Figur — meaning in English

English meaning

• character noun A person portrayed in a book, film, play, or other story.
• figure noun A number or numerical value.
• frame noun A rigid structure that supports or surrounds something, such as a picture, window, or building.
• man noun An adult male human being.
• piece noun A part of something larger, especially one that can be separated from the rest.

Senses

Figur is used for these senses in English:

• character (countable) A being involved in the action of a story; a persona.
• character (countable) A unique or extraordinary individual; a person characterized by peculiar or notable traits, especially charisma.
• chess piece (chess) Any of the 16 white and 16 black pieces used in playing the game of chess.
• figure A human figure, which dress or corset must fit to; the shape of a human body.
• frame A human body or the structure thereof; the size, shape, sturdiness etc. of a person's body as described in a certain way; one's build.
• game piece A hand-held object representing a player or some other entity in a board game.
• man A piece or token used in board games such as backgammon.

character — full definition

1. noun A person portrayed in a book, film, play, or other story.
2. noun The combination of qualities and traits that make up a person's nature, especially their moral strength or honesty.
3. noun A single letter, digit, or symbol, especially in writing or computing.
4. noun A distinctive or unusual person, often amusing or eccentric.

figure — full definition

1. noun A number or numerical value.
2. noun The shape of a person’s body.
3. noun A person considered in terms of their public role or influence.
4. noun A diagram or illustration used to convey information.
5. verb To think, guess, or conclude something.

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