English · Science & Technology
figure
/ˈfɪɡ.ər/
[/ˈfɪɡ.ər/]
a diagram or number
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A figure is a diagram, chart, or picture in a report, or a written number. Figures are numbered so readers can find them.
Example
See Figure 2 for the results of the experiment.
See Figure 2 for the results of the experiment.
Etymology
From Latin 'figura' meaning a shape.
How & Where It’s Used
Used to refer to numbered diagrams or numerals.