action figure

noun

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: a small-scale figure (as of a superhero) used especially as a toy

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a collection of action figures of his favorite superheroes
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In a Harris Poll survey published Wednesday, 65% of American adults reported spending $100 or more on playful activities or products — such as craft kits or action figures — for personal enjoyment between June 2025 and June 2026. — Renée Onque, CNBC, 23 Oct. 2026 Barisone, in his kitchen, has a George Morris action figure that used to voice the blunt riding advice for which Morris was known. — Ian Parker, New Yorker, 14 Sep. 2026 Both of France’s sons seem to appreciate imaginative play over messing around with action figures, something that makes perfect sense given France’s own love for the arts. — Marah Eakin, Vulture, 8 Sep. 2026 Wyle also copped to owning a few action figures back in the day. — Lynette Rice, Deadline, 31 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for action figure

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First Known Use

1950, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of action figure was in 1950

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action figure

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: a small-scale figure (as of a superhero) used especially as a toy
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