stature
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About Our Definitions: All forms of a word (noun, verb, etc.) are now displayed on one page.stat·ure
noun \ˈsta-chər\Definition of STATURE
1
: natural height (as of a person) in an upright position
2
: quality or status gained by growth, development, or achievement
See Examples of STATURE
- The university has grown in stature during her time as president.
- <a man of surprisingly great stature>
Origin of STATURE
Middle English, from Anglo-French estature, stature, from Latin statura, from status, past participle of stare to stand — more at stand
First Known Use: 14th century
stat·ure
noun \ˈstach-ər\ (Medical Dictionary)Medical Definition of STATURE
: natural height (as of a person) in an upright position
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