statue

• Sustantivo que designa una representación tridimensional de una persona, animal o ser mitológico, generalmente tallada en piedra, fundida en metal o modelada en arcilla; también puede referirse a una obra escultórica conmemorativa o monumental.

A noun referring to a three-dimensional representation of a person, animal, or mythical figure, typically carved from stone, cast in metal, or modeled in clay.

1. SculptureA2formalart

   A three-dimensional representation of a person, animal, or object, typically carved from stone, wood, or cast from metal.

   Estatua

   • The statue of David is a masterpiece of Renaissance sculpture.
   • A bronze statue of the founder stands in the town square.
   • Tourists take photos in front of the famous statue.

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2. MemorialB1formal

   A monument erected to commemorate a person or event.

   Estatua conmemorativa

   • They unveiled a statue to honor the war heroes.
   • The statue was built to remember the victims of the tragedy.
   • A statue of the former president was placed in the park.

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