Idioms for figure
cut a figure.
cut(defs 84, 85b).
Origin of figure
1175–1225; Middle English < Old French < Latin
figūra shape, trope, equivalent to
fig- (base of
fingere to shape) +
-ūra
-ure
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British Dictionary definitions for figure in
figure
/ (ˈfɪɡə, US ˈfɪɡjər) /
noun
verb
See also
figure on,
figure out
Derived forms of figure
figureless, adjective figurer, nounWord Origin for figure
C13: from Latin
figūra a shape, from
fingere to mould
Medical definitions for figure in
figure
[ fĭg′yər ]
n.
A form or shape, as of the human body.
A person representing the essential aspects of a particular role.
Idioms and Phrases with figure in (1 of 2)
figure in
Include, add in. For example, Did you figure in the travel expense?
Play a part in, as in His speaking ability definitely figured in his being chosen for the lead, or Their reduced income figures in all their recent decisions.
Idioms and Phrases with figure in (2 of 2)
figure