Effigy Definition

effigy
noun
  1. a representation of a person (especially in the form of sculpture); "the coin bears an effigy of Lincoln"; "the emperor's tomb had his image carved in stone"

"Effigy" in song lyrics

See how effigy is used in real songs:

  • "I speak my mind like telepathy, burn you like an effigy"
    7L & Esoteric — Precision
  • "Give me a death mask, better yet an effigy"
    Army of the Pharaohs — Seven
  • "I find myself lookin' at a bush on fire when I be burnin' an effigy"
    Greenhouse Effect — Cold Out Here

Usage tips for "effigy"

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