noun
manikin
Manikin (noun) means a small man, sometimes used affectionately.
noun
1
A small man, sometimes used affectionately.
"I took a deep breath. I put my hands to the sides of my mouth. “Cavor!” I bawled, and the sound was like some manikin shouting far away."
— , chapter 19 (1900)
2
A model of a human body or figure, used to represent a person.
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Etymology
Came from Dutch manneken, Middle Dutch mannekijn, and is a doublet of manakin and mannequin.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of manikin?
"manikin" (noun) means a small man, sometimes used affectionately.
What is another word for manikin?
Other words for "manikin" include model, mannequin, form, manakin, mannikin, homunculus.
What are the different meanings of manikin?
"manikin" has 2 main meanings: 1. A small man, sometimes used affectionately; 2. A model of a human body or figure, used to represent a person.
