stick figure
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of stick figure
Probably earlier than 1945–50
Example Sentences
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“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
Their group banner was a stick figure in a flying wheelchair.
From New York Times • Mar. 24, 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
It’s completely OK to only have stick figure skills.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 23, 2022
There’s a minivan in front of us, with a little stick figure family in the corner of the rear windshield.
From "Leah on the Offbeat" by Becky Albertalli
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