manikin

Meanings

• noun

  A figurine or model of the human body, used for display or educational purposes.

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Synonyms

homunculus , midget , peewee , shorty , titman

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with manikin
minikin , quin , dinkin

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Variants

List of all variants of manikin that leads to same result
manikin , manikins , mannikin , mannikins

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Etymology

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Originally derived from the Old French word 'mannequin', meaning 'lifelike figure'.

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Trivia

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1. Manikins were first used in Europe during the 15th century for medical training.

2. The first fashion mannequins were made of wood in the late 1800s.

3. Manikins are often used in haunted houses to scare visitors.

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Related Concepts

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1. Doll: Manikins are a type of doll, but not all dolls are manikins. Manikins are often more anatomically correct and used for educational or display purposes.

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Culture

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Manikins have been used throughout history for various purposes, including fashion shows, medical training, and religious ceremonies.

How to Memorize "manikin"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a figure made of plastic or wax, with moveable limbs, used for display or educational purposes.

2. associate
   

   - Associate manikin with a medical classroom or a fashion runway.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word 'manikin' as 'man' and 'ikin' meaning 'little man'.

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