Mannequins — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Mannequins
Mannequins (noun)
- an artist's, tailor's, or dressmaker's lay figure; also, a form representing the human figure used especially for displaying clothes
- one employed to model clothing
Mannequins (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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a three-dimensional representation of the human body used especially for displaying clothes
"the mannequin over there looks so real"
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a person who poses with or wears merchandise (as clothes) often for pictorial advertising
"mannequins striding down the catwalk in the designer's spring collection"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Mannequins
The most common words with a similar meaning to Mannequins:
Origin & Etymology of Mannequins
French, from Dutch mannekijn little man manikin
First known use: 1730
Frequently Asked Questions about Mannequins
What does "Mannequins" mean?
"Mannequins" means an artist's, tailor's, or dressmaker's lay figure; also, a form representing the human figure used especially for displaying clothes. As a noun, it is defined as: an artist's, tailor's, or dressmaker's lay figure; also, a form representing the human figure used especially for displaying clothes. It has 2 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Mannequins"?
Other words for "Mannequins" include dummies, figures, forms, manikins and models. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Mannequins" you intend.
How do you use "Mannequins" in a sentence?
Examples of "Mannequins" in a sentence: "the mannequin over there looks so real"; "mannequins striding down the catwalk in the designer's spring collection".
Is "Mannequins" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Mannequins" is a noun.
How do you pronounce "Mannequins"?
"Mannequins" is pronounced /ˈma-ni-kən/ and divided into syllables as man·ne·quin.
What is the origin of the word "Mannequins"?
"Mannequins" comes from French, from Dutch mannekijn little man manikin. First known use: 1730.
What is another word for "Mannequins" meaning "a three-dimensional representation of the human body used especially for displaying clothes"?
When "Mannequins" (noun) means a three-dimensional representation of the human body used especially for displaying clothes, synonyms include dummies, figures, forms and manikins.
What is another word for "Mannequins" meaning "a person who poses with or wears merchandise (as clothes) often for pictorial advertising"?
When "Mannequins" (noun) means a person who poses with or wears merchandise (as clothes) often for pictorial advertising, synonyms include manikins and models.