Main Entry:

stat·ure

Pronunciation:

\ˈsta-chər\

Function:

noun

Etymology:

Middle English, from Anglo-French estature, stature, from Latin statura, from status, past participle of stare to stand — more at stand

Date:

14th century

1 : natural height (as of a person) in an upright position 2 : quality or status gained by growth, development, or achievement