statuary

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noun

stat·​u·​ary ˈsta-chə-ˌwer-ē How to pronounce statuary (audio)
plural statuaries
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a
: the art of making statues
b
: a collection of statues : statues

statuary

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adjective

: of, relating to, or suitable for statues

Examples of statuary in a Sentence

Noun a fine example of late Renaissance statuary
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Noun
Eastern spiritual elements appear throughout — from statuary to a celestial dome ceiling — and the entry is marked by craftsmanship that’s meant to be more than decorative. David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 26 June 2026 The stately foyer, adorned with granite, murals and statuary, would be kept intact and open to all. Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2026
Adjective
The lawsuit, filed on Monday, argues that the statuary garden planned for West Potomac Park has not secured congressional approval. Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 17 June 2026 The Golden Pavilion at Kinkaku-ji and the views from Kiyomizudera are the city’s big stars, but the statuary hall at Sanjusangendo is a contemplative escape. Jessica Kozuka, Travel + Leisure, 3 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for statuary

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

1542, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Adjective

1609, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of statuary was in 1542

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“Statuary.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/statuary. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

Kids Definition

statuary

noun
stat·​u·​ary
ˈstach-ə-ˌwer-ē
plural statuaries
1
2
: a collection of statues
statuary adjective
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