figure

a. : a geometric form (such as a line, triangle, or sphere) especially when considered as a set of geometric elements (such as points) in space of a given number of dimensions. a square is a plane figure. b. : bodily shape or form especially of a person.

A physically attractive woman is said to have a nice figure. We also say that a prominent person is a well-known figure. The word also can refer to a number, as in "a dollar figure." As a verb, the word suggests deciphering, as when you figure something out.

In music, the term “melodic figure” refers to the smaller groups, gestures, or patterns that make up a melody.

figure noun [C] (PICTURE) (written abbreviation fig.) a picture or drawing, often with a number, in a book or other document: Please see figures 8 and 9. SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases. Tables, graphs & diagrams.

Etymology. From Middle English figure, borrowed from Old French figure, from Latin figūra (“form, shape, form of a word, a figure of speech, Late Latin a sketch, drawing”), from fingō (“to form, shape, mold, fashion”), from Proto-Indo-European *dʰeyǵʰ- (“to mold, shape, form, knead”).

figure verb (EXPECT) to expect or think that something will happen: [ + (that) ] We figured (that) you'd want to rest after your trip. More examples. He figured that they would offer the job to someone else.

The rhythm figures are graphical representations of the notes duration.

Form - the way music is organized and structured from beginning to end - guides composers, performers, and listeners in all musics.

A figure drawing is a drawing of the human form in any of its various shapes and postures, using any of the drawing media. The term can also refer to the act of producing such a drawing. The degree of representation may range from highly detailed, anatomically correct renderings to loose and expressive sketches.

form or shape, as determined by outlines or exterior surfaces: to be round, square, or cubical in figure. the bodily form or frame: a slender or graceful figure. an individual bodily form or a person with reference to form or appearance: A tall figure stood in the doorway.

The <figure> tag specifies self-contained content, like illustrations, diagrams, photos, code listings, etc. While the content of the <figure> element is related to the main flow, its position is independent of the main flow, and if removed it should not affect the flow of the document.

a celebrity who receives much acclaim and attention. type of: important person, influential person, personage. a person whose actions and opinions strongly influence the course of events.