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    Efigie (en. Effigy)

    /eˈfi.xi.e/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Artistic representation of a human being, especially made in sculpture.
    The effigy of the king was placed in the Museum of History.
    La efigie del rey fue colocada en el Museo de Historia.
    Figure that represents a person or thing, used as a symbol.
    The effigy of liberty is a symbol of hope.
    La efigie de la libertad es un símbolo de esperanza.
    Relief or painting representation of a famous character.
    The effigy of the artist was admired by all the visitors.
    La efigie de la artista fue admirada por todos los visitantes.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'effigies', which means image, representation.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    stone effigy
    Sculpture of a person made of stone.
    efigie de piedra
    create an effigy
    Make a representation of someone to honor them.
    crear una efigie
    carry an effigy
    Transport an image or figure of a person, especially in processions.
    cargar una efigie

    Related Words

    sculpture
    Art of shaping, carving, or modeling materials to create figures.
    escultura
    portrait
    Artistic representation of a person, usually painted or drawn.
    retrato
    image
    Visual representation of a person, object, or idea.
    imagen

    Slang Meanings

    Image of a historical figure in a notable place.
    That effigy is so famous that everyone in the city knows it.
    Esa efigie es tan famosa que todos en la ciudad la conocen.
    Symbol of cult or veneration.
    The effigy of the saint is carried in procession every year.
    La efigie del santo es llevada en procesión cada año.