statue

noun

stat·​ue ˈsta-(ˌ)chü 

: a three-dimensional representation usually of a person, animal, or mythical being that is produced by sculpturing, modeling, or casting

Examples of statue in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In the book, Brooks wrote that Owens decided to launch his nightclub with large bronze statues of men in country music. —Janelle Ash, Fox News, 12 Dec. 2024

Cue the footage of giant statues being destroyed by the Syrian citizenry, recalling the fate of Saddam Hussein’s monuments to himself after the fall of Baghdad. —Tom Tapp, Deadline, 9 Dec. 2024

One certainty is that George Steinbrenner’s statue at the main entrance will remain in place. —Chris Kirschner, The Athletic, 9 Dec. 2024

For one, the statue of late Yankees owner George Steinbrenner won’t be covered or removed. —Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 9 Dec. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Anglo-French estatue, statue, from Latin statua, from statuere to set up — more at statute

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

statue

noun

stat·​ue ˈstach-ü 

: a likeness (as of a person) sculptured, modeled, or cast in a solid substance (as marble)