mannequin
Translation
mannequin, dummy, model, lay figure
Examples
The mannequin in the window wore a new dress.
The mannequin in the window wore a new dress.
She stood as still as a mannequin.
She stood as still as a mannequin.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) mannequin ((...)) a model of a human body The mannequin was dressed in the latest fashion.
Similar Words
dummy, model, figure
Etymology
From Dutch 'manneken' meaning 'little man', which entered English via French.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'man' standing still, 'kin'd of like a statue, to remember its meaning.