statue

noun

stat·​ue ˈsta-(ˌ)chü 

: a three-dimensional representation usually of a person, animal, or mythical being that is produced by sculpturing, modeling, or casting

Examples of statue in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

According to the plans, the existing statue of Union General William Tecumseh Sherman in the park would remain in place. —Emma Nicholson, CBS News, 14 Mar. 2026

It was later determined the bag contained a statue made of cement, sources said. —Julian Roberts-Grmela, New York Daily News, 14 Mar. 2026

Lately, there has been respect from LeBron, who warmly greeted Riley three weeks ago after Riley’s statue was unveiled at the Lakers’ arena, then speaking fondly at that night’s game of Riley’s contributions to his career. —Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 14 Mar. 2026

The two statues have graced the facade of the church for more than 100 years, since Holy Ghost Church opened as a basement church in 1924. —Jessica Seaman, Denver Post, 14 Mar. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Anglo-French estatue, statue, from Latin statua, from statuere to set up — more at statute

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for statue

• blew
• blue
• boo
• brew
• chew
• chou
• clue
• coo
• coup
• crew
• cue
• dew

Kids Definition

statue

noun

stat·​ue ˈstach-ü 

: a likeness (as of a person) sculptured, modeled, or cast in a solid substance (as marble)