figure

noun

What does figure mean?

A figure is a written or printed symbol representing a number; it can also refer to a person's bodily shape or outline, or a diagram, drawing, or shape used to illustrate or explain something. The word is commonly used in mathematics, art, and descriptions of physical appearance.

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noun
Last updated:
Jan 27, 2026

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