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Meaning of Effigy
A representation or image of a person, typically made of wood, stone, or other material.
Definitions
- A sculpture or model of a person, typically made of wood, stone, or other material.
- * A crude or insulting representation of someone, typically made of straw or other material and burned or destroyed as a form of protest.
Etymology of Effigy
The word "effigy" has its roots in the Old French word "effigie", which is derived from the Latin word "effigies", meaning "likeness" or "image".
Historically, effigies were used in ancient cultures to represent gods, goddesses, and other important figures, and were often used in rituals and ceremonies.
Example Uses
- The town square featured an effigy of the town's founder, made of bronze and standing tall for all to see.
- * The protesters created an effigy of the politician and burned it in the streets as a form of protest.
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