statuary

[ stach-oo-er-ee ]

noun

, plural stat·u·ar·ies.

1. statues collectively.
2. a group or collection of statues.

adjective

1. of, relating to, or suitable for statues.

statuary

/ ˈstætjʊərɪ /

noun

1. statues collectively
2. the art of making statues

adjective

1. of, relating to, or suitable for statues

Word History and Origins

Origin of statuary¹

From the Latin word statuārius, dating back to 1535–45. See statue, -ary

Word History and Origins

Origin of statuary¹

C16: from Latin statuārius

Example Sentences

In the last few years, Harvey turned to sculpting imaginary but mythic-seeming artifacts that exist as both 3-D printed statuary and glossy virtual models.

From New York Times

But another prominent piece of statuary near the opera house was deemed a symbol of colonialist oppression — that of the Russian empress known as Catherine the Great.

From Los Angeles Times

Let broadcast networks worry about ratings; cable and streaming would concentrate on “excellence,” grab all the statuary and add “award-winning” to their algorithms.

From Los Angeles Times

Nearby is a simulated salt mine, its craggy walls lined with images of centuries-old paintings and crates of statuary — representing works of art plundered by the Germans and recovered after the war.

From Seattle Times

You can use plants, statuary, feathers and even bones to channel the mood — or spirits — you seek.

From Seattle Times

Related Words

• carving
• sculpture