statuette

noun

stat·​u·​ette ˌsta-chə-ˈwet How to pronounce statuette (audio)
Synonyms of statuettenext
: a small statue

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won a gold-plated statuette as the prize
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Academy rules state that no more than two statuettes are normally awarded for Best Original Song. — Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026 So while the statuettes have remained the same, the stature of the ceremonies began to differ. — Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 27 July 2026 Moreover, in recognition of the fact that a person not a nation actually directs the film, the director’s name and not the country’s will be engraved for posterity on the statuette plaque. — Thomas Doherty, HollywoodReporter, 18 July 2026 In 2025, the series took home seven statuettes, including best daytime drama. — Kalia Richardson, USA Today, 16 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for statuette

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First Known Use

1738, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of statuette was in 1738

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“Statuette.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/statuette. Accessed 7 Aug. 2026.

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statuette

noun
stat·​u·​ette ˌstach-ə-ˈwet How to pronounce statuette (audio)
: a small statue

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