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

The set creates three gingerbread figurines that are completely customizable, so everyone can show off their creativity. —Clara McMahon, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024

Swap Outdoor Inflatables for Classic Elements Outdoor inflatables have been popular for years, but some people want to return to simple and nostalgic exterior holiday decorating instead—whether that be with lots of string lights, vintage figurines, lanterns, or pots of winter greenery. —Halee Miller Van Ryswyk, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Nov. 2024

The figurine is lit up with over 100 clear white lights inside. —Nora Colomer, Fox News, 31 Oct. 2024

My husband scoured the local stores to collect all the figurines featured in the movie. —Lauren Gelman, Parents, 24 Oct. 2024

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

Kids Definition

figurine

noun

fig·​u·​rine ˌfig-(y)ə-ˈrēn 

: a small carved or molded figure