stick figure

American  

noun

1. a diagrammatic drawing representing a human or animal, usually made with one line each for the torso and appendages, and often a circle for the head.

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Etymology

Origin of stick figure

Probably earlier than 1945–50

Example Sentences

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stick figure

“Everyone, including Chernow and Miranda, made Eliza out to be this two-dimensional stick figure, almost unbearably loyal and self-effacing,” says Vaill.

From Slate ● Oct. 21, 2025

Jack, voiced by the great Brian Henson, is an awkward stick figure with, as expected, a jack-o-lantern for a head who was brought to existence thanks to the evil Princess Mombi's Powder of Life.

From Salon ● Mar. 14, 2023

I drew a stick figure in my journal, and I thought, where is the center of energy?

From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 4, 2023

She was transfixed by the lower half, which contains a ladder, an illustration of a whirling galaxy, and a stick figure falling headfirst through space.

From New York Times ● Sep. 13, 2021

Stephanie’s stick figure was holding hands with one that had Erin Wheeler’s face.

From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan