SINCE 1828
dictionary
thesaurus
view recents

figurant

noun
Save Word
fig·​u·​rant | \ ˈfigyəˌränt, -räⁿ, -rant, ˈfigyərənt \
plural -s

Definition of figurant

1 : a member of a dance troupe who dances only in groups or figures
2 : one that figures in a scene without speaking or without taking a prominent part

Love words?

You must — there are over 200,000 words in our free online dictionary, but you are looking for one that’s only in the Merriam-Webster Unabridged Dictionary.

Start your free trial today and get unlimited access to America's largest dictionary, with:

  • More than 250,000 words that aren't in our free dictionary
  • Expanded definitions, etymologies, and usage notes
  • Advanced search features
  • Ad free!

History and Etymology for figurant

French figurant, from present participle of figurer to figure, represent, appear

Keep scrolling for more

Learn More About figurant

Dictionary Entries Near figurant

figural

figurant

figurante

See More Nearby Entries 

Statistics for figurant

Cite this Entry

“Figurant.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/figurant. Accessed 22 Oct. 2021.

Style: MLA
MLACheck Mark Icon ChicagoCheck Mark Icon APACheck Mark Icon Merriam-WebsterCheck Mark Icon
Seen & Heard
People are talking about

WORD OF THE DAY

devotion

Listen to the pronunciation of devotion

See Definitions and Examples »

Test Your Vocabulary

Dog Words Quiz

  • shiba puppy more or less demanding cuddles
  • Which of the following animals has a dog in its etymology?
How Strong Is Your Vocabulary?

Test your vocabulary with our 10-question quiz!

TAKE THE QUIZ
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

Words at Play
Ask the Editors
Word Games