action figure

noun

Synonyms of action figurenext
: a small-scale figure (as of a superhero) used especially as a toy

Synonyms of action figure

Examples of action figure in a Sentence

a collection of action figures of his favorite superheroes
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That could spell the end of the line for Sporkey, Rex, Hamm, Bo Peep and the other dolls and action figures that once delighted Bonnie. Brent Lang, Variety, 16 Apr. 2026 While the Absolute characters are starting to appear on apparel and action figures are available to pre-order, this marks the first time the characters will be seen in screen form beyond the pages of the comic books. Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 15 Apr. 2026 Marvel action figures and signs coat the dining the room. Bryan West, USA Today, 25 Mar. 2026 While Vu survived, Aaron, who loved Street Fighter action figures and Beats by Dre headphones, didn’t. Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 10 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for action figure

Word History

First Known Use

1950, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of action figure was in 1950

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“Action figure.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/action%20figure. Accessed 18 Apr. 2026.

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action figure

noun
: a small-scale figure (as of a superhero) used especially as a toy
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