statue

• Nom désignant une représentation en trois dimensions d'une personne, d'un animal ou d'une créature mythique, généralement sculptée dans la pierre, coulée en métal ou modelée en argile.

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.

   Statue (sculpture)

   • 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.

   Synonymesbustcarvingeffigyfigurefigurineidolsculpturestatuette

2. MemorialB1formal

   A monument erected to commemorate a person or event.

   Statue commémorative

   • 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.

   Synonymeseffigyfigurememorialmonumentsculpture