gisant

[ French zhee-zahn ]

noun

, plural gi·sants [zhee-, zahn].

1. a sculptured representation of a dead person in a recumbent position, usually as part of a sepulchral monument.

Word History and Origins

Origin of gisant¹

< French, noun use of present participle of gésir to lie ≪ Latin jacēre; -ant

Example Sentences

Underneath is the 'gisant,' or naked body, a little larger than life.

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