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manikin

Manikin (noun) means a little man (sometimes as a term of endearment).

noun
1
A little man (sometimes as a term of endearment).
2
A three-dimensional figure, dummy or effigy representing a man or person.
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Etymology

From Dutch manneken, Middle Dutch mannekijn. Doublet of manakin and mannequin.

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What is the meaning of manikin?

"manikin" (noun) means a little man (sometimes as a term of endearment).

What are the different meanings of manikin?

"manikin" has 2 main meanings: 1. A little man (sometimes as a term of endearment); 2. A three-dimensional figure, dummy or effigy representing a man or person.

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