statuette

[US]/stætjʊ'et/
[UK]/ˌstʃʊjʊ'ɛt/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.small statue;three-dimensional small sculpture

Phrases & Collocations

small statuette

bronze statuette

antique statuette

Example Sentences

a statuette in ivory and gold

twin statuettes on the mantelpiece

The National Museum in Beirut houses an impressive collection of archaeological artifacts, statuettes and sarcophagi from pre historic times in Lebanon to present.

She won a statuette for her outstanding performance in the movie.

The statuette of the goddess was elegantly crafted.

He proudly displayed his collection of statuettes on the shelf.

The statuette was made of bronze and stood on a marble base.

The statuette depicted a famous historical figure from ancient China.

She received a beautiful crystal statuette as a token of appreciation.

The statuette was carefully wrapped in bubble wrap to protect it during shipping.

The statuette was a miniature replica of a famous sculpture in the museum.

She collected various statuettes from different countries during her travels.

The statuette was placed on the mantelpiece as a decorative piece in the living room.

Real-world Examples

Some time later, I learned about these statuettes.

Source: Modern University English Intensive Reading (2nd Edition) Volume 4

After the war, those plaster statuettes were redeemed for the gold-plated ones.

Source: Entering Yale University

The name Oscar refers to a statuette that's officially known as what?

Source: CNN 10 Student English January 2019 Collection

Though it's better known as an Oscar, the statuette is officially the Academy Award of Merit.

Source: CNN 10 Student English January 2019 Collection

He had some statuettes in his study. They stood on a high cupboard behind his desk.

Source: Modern University English Intensive Reading (2nd Edition) Volume 4

He tore the statuette out of her hand.

Source: The Long Farewell (Part Two)

Next to her, crouched the statuette of a leopard, ready to spring down at the top drawer of a filing cabinet.

Source: Modern University English Intensive Reading (2nd Edition) Volume 4

The Academy Museum will also feature Oscar statuettes donated by actors who won the awards.

Source: VOA Special December 2017 Collection

Then she tried to hit him with the statuette.

Source: The Long Farewell (Part Two)

Our old friend the bronze statuette.

Source: The Long Farewell (Part 1)

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