Figure
Noun, Verb
UK
/ˈfɪɡ.ə/
US
/ˈfɪɡ.jɚ/
Definition
(n) : A number, shape, picture, or body outline.
(v) : To think, guess, or understand something.
(v) : To think, guess, or understand something.
Example
"(n) : She drew a star figure."
"(n) : The report includes figures that show the company’s yearly growth."
"(v) : I figure the bus will arrive in ten minutes, considering the traffic."
Explanation
Figure has many meanings. It can mean a number, a shape, or a person’s body outline. For example, “She drew a triangle figure,” or “He has a tall figure.” It also means to think, guess, or understand something, like I figure she’ll be late, or she says, “I can’t figure this problem out.” In books or reports, a figure shows a number or image used to explain information, such as “Figure 2 shows the result.” The word helps describe numbers, images, and thoughts. It is often used in math, art, and conversation.