No. 4,977 in French
statue
A carved or cast figure of a person or animal, often life-size or larger, typically made from stone, metal, or other materials.
In a sentence
La statue au centre de la place est magnifique.
The statue in the center of the square is magnificent.
In this sentence, 'statue' is used to refer to a physical sculpture or artwork that decorates a public space.
Il a gardé une posture comme une statue pendant des heures.
He maintained a posture like a statue for hours.
Here, 'statue' is used metaphorically to describe an immobile and rigid posture resembling that of a sculpture.
La statue de la liberté est un symbole international.
The Statue of Liberty is an international symbol.
In this context, 'statue' names a specific historic and iconic monument, indicating its symbolic and cultural importance.
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