English Explanatory Dictionary

manikin

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A little man (sometimes as a term of endearment).
  2. A three-dimensional figure, dummy or effigy representing a man or person.
  3. Alternative spelling of mannequin.

Pronunciation

/ˈmænɪkɪn/ /ˈmænəkɪn/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-manikin.wav

Word forms

manikin manikins mannikin

Etymology

From Dutch manneken, Middle Dutch mannekijn. Doublet of manakin and mannequin.

Synonyms

homunculus midget peewee shorty titman

Derived words

manikinism
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