effigy

Meanings

• noun

  An object, often made of clay, wax, or other materials, that represents a person or thing, especially one used as an object of veneration or as a symbol of power.

  - "The natives made an effigy of their god out of clay and placed it in the center of their village."
  - "The protestors burned an effigy of the president in effigy to express their disapproval."

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Synonyms

figure , image , picture

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with effigy
figgy , wiggy

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Variants

List of all variants of effigy that leads to same result
effigies , effigy , in effigy , Effigy Mounds National Monument , burn in effigy , hang in effigy , hang/burn in effigy

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Etymology

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From Old French 'effigie', 'effigie', 'effigiez' meaning 'representation, image'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'effigy' comes from the Latin word 'figura', meaning 'shape' or 'form'.

2. In ancient Rome, effigies of defeated enemies were sometimes displayed as a sign of victory.

3. Some people believe that burning an effigy of a person can bring about a change in their behavior or circumstances.

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Related Concepts

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1. Icon: An image, especially a picture or statue, representing a person, idea, or thing.

2. Idol: A representation of a god, or a false god, worshipped instead of the true God.

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Culture

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In various cultures and traditions, effigies have been used for various purposes such as religious rituals, political protests, and even as decorative items. For instance, in ancient Egypt, mummies were often buried with effigies of their deceased loved ones to accompany them in the afterlife. In some Native American cultures, effigies were used as symbols of power and protection, while in medieval Europe, they were used in pagan rituals and as symbols of authority.

How to Memorize "effigy"

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2. associate
   

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3. mnemonics
   

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