figurine

noun

fig·​u·​rine ˌfi-g(y)ə-ˈrēn 

: a small carved or molded figure : statuette

Synonyms

• figure
• statuette

Examples of figurine in a Sentence

his collection of figurines includes toy soldiers from every war that America has fought

Recent Examples on the Web

Asked directly about ethical concerns in representing the deceased via a robotic figurine, Fitzgerald noted the importance of the Walt Disney story, not only to the company but to culture at large. —Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 2 May 2025

In 2006, the Chinese-American fashion icon collaborated with Mattel on the Boho Barbie, a figurine that encapsulated Sui's signature bohemian aesthetic, but not the woman behind the seams. —Michelle Lee, People.com, 30 Apr. 2025

How to turn yourself into an action figure with AI Using a free OpenAI account and the right prompts, anyone can create a personalized action figurine. —Greta Cross, USA Today, 16 Apr. 2025

The graphic image was recreated as necklaces or appeared as figurines on sweaters via the needle punching technique, giving the looks a streetwear bent. —Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 1 Apr. 2025

Word History

Etymology

borrowed from French, going back to Middle French, borrowed from Italian figurina, from figura "shape, figure entry 1" (going back to Latin figūra) + -ina, feminine of -ino, diminutive suffix (going back to Latin -īnus, suffix of appurtenance)

First Known Use

1844, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for figurine

• acrolein
• adenine
• alkylene
• aniline
• anthracene
• aquiline
• asphaltene
• atlantean
• atrazine
• butadiene
• butylene
• caesarean

Kids Definition

figurine

noun

fig·​u·​rine ˌfig-(y)ə-ˈrēn 

: a small carved or molded figure