noun
mannequin
MAN-ih-kihn
Mannequin (noun) means a life-size dummy shaped like a human body, used to fit or display clothing. Example: “The shop window had three mannequins dressed in the new autumn collection.”
noun
1
A life-size dummy shaped like a human body, used to fit or display clothing.
"The shop window had three mannequins dressed in the new autumn collection."
"She pinned the fabric around the mannequin before cutting the pattern."
2
A person who models clothes, especially on a catwalk or in a shop.
"The designer hired local mannequins for the charity fashion show."
How to use mannequin
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA dummy or model used to display clothes, or a person who does the same job on a runway.
Common mistake
Don't confuse with "manikin" (a small anatomical model) — they share a root but are spelled differently in modern use.
Common pairings
shop-window mannequin
tailor's mannequin
fashion mannequin
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Word forms
- Plural
- mannequins
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Etymology
From French mannequin, going back through Middle Dutch to "little man" — the same root gives us manikin.
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Rhymes for mannequin
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What does “mannequin” mean?
The word “mannequin” means a life-size dummy shaped like a human body, used to fit or display clothing. In plain terms, a dummy or model used to display clothes, or a person who does the same job on a runway.
How do you pronounce “mannequin”?
“Mannequin” is pronounced MAN-ih-kihn (/ˈman.ɪ.kɪn/ in IPA).
How do you use “mannequin” in a sentence?
Here is “mannequin” used in a sentence: “The shop window had three mannequins dressed in the new autumn collection.”
What part of speech is “mannequin”?
“Mannequin” is a noun.
Where does the word “mannequin” come from?
The word “mannequin” comes from French. From French mannequin, going back through Middle Dutch to "little man" — the same root gives us manikin.
How many meanings does “mannequin” have?
“Mannequin” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a life-size dummy shaped like a human body, used to fit or display clothing.
