statue

noun
UK: /ˈstætʃ.uː/
US: /ˈstætʃ.uː/

  1. A figure usually of a person or animal that is made from stone, metal, etc.

    1. I saw a statue in the park. [ ] [ ]
    2. The museum has a marble statue of the emperor. [ ] [ ]

  2. A representation of a person or animal, typically made of stone, bronze, or other material, created to commemorate or honor them.

    1. The town built a statue to honor its founder. [ ] [ ]
    2. Tourists often take pictures next to the statue of liberty. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

sculpture figure effigy monument

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "statue" in English means: A figure usually of a person or animal that is made from stone, metal, etc., A representation of a person or animal, typically made of stone, bronze, or other material, created to commemorate or honor them..

The phonetic transcription of "statue" is /ˈstætʃ.uː/ in British English and /ˈstætʃ.uː/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "statue": sculpture, figure, effigy, monument.

Example usage of "statue": "I saw a statue in the park.". More examples on the page.