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Definition of statue

statue

/ˈstætʃ.uː/
stat · ue
Plural:statues
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Adjective:statuesque
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statue Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A three-dimensional work of art, typically representing a person or animal, created by sculpting, carving, or casting materials such as stone, metal, or wood.

Example

"The bronze statue of the renowned general stood prominently in the center of the city square."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While all statues are sculptures, the term 'statue' specifically refers to a representational figure of a person or animal, whereas a 'sculpture' can also refer to abstract or non-representational forms.

• Nearby Words

statistics
stats
statuary
statue
statuesque
statuette
stature

Word Origin & Etymology

From Old French 'statue', derived from Latin 'statua' (image, monumental figure), which is related to 'statuere' (to set up) and 'stare' (to stand).

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Statue. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 10, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/statue
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