Definition

A small model of a human, often used for displaying clothes or for teaching anatomy.

Example

The artist used a manikin to practice drawing human figures.

Conversation

Did you see that new manikin display in the store window?

Yeah, it looks really lifelike!

I wonder how they make those manikins so realistic.

It's impressive, right? They must use some advanced techniques.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Manikin comes from the Dutch word 'manneken', which means 'little man' (from 'man', meaning man, and the diminutive suffix '-ken'). The word refers to a small model of a human figure, often used for display or artistic purposes.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'little man' ('manneken') when you picture a manikin, which is a small model of a human figure.

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