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    Figure (en. Figure)

    /figyʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A graphical or schematic representation of an object or an idea.
    The geometric figure represents a triangle.
    La figure géométrique représente un triangle.
    The silhouette or outline of a person or object.
    She has a slender figure.
    Elle a une figure élancée.
    A prominent personality or character in a given context.
    He was an iconic figure of the artistic movement.
    Il était une figure emblématique du mouvement artistiques.
    verb
    To represent or illustrate by an image or a diagram.
    The artist depicts scenes of daily life.
    L'artiste figure des scènes de la vie quotidienne.
    To evoke or mention something.
    He is among the best writers of his time.
    Il figure parmi les meilleurs écrivains de son temps.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'figura', meaning shape, outline.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to look impressive
    To present oneself in a certain way, to give an impression.
    faire figure
    to be among
    To be included in a list or a group.
    figurer parmi
    figurehead
    A person who represents an institution or a movement.
    figure de proue

    Related Words

    figurative
    Relating to figurative art, representing real objects.
    figuratif
    figurine
    A small sculpted representation of a character.
    figurine
    figurability
    The quality of being represented in a visual form.
    figurabilité

    Slang Meanings

    A term used to refer to an elegant or attractive person.
    That girl is really a figure in the scene.
    Cette fille est vraiment une figure dans le milieu.
    Used to talk about someone perceived as important or influential.
    He is the figure of the club; everyone knows him.
    Il est la figure du club, tout le monde le connaît.