Effigy Definition & Meaning
effigy
- noun
- 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:
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"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
Words that rhyme with effigy
Usage tips for "effigy"
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- What does effigy mean?
- 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"
- What part of speech is effigy?
- Effigy is a noun.