Manikin definition

mănĭ-kĭn
manikins
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A man who is short in stature.
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A mannequin.
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(now rare) A little man; dwarf.
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An anatomical model of the human body, usually with movable and detachable parts, used in medical schools, art classes, etc.
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Alternative spelling of mannequin.
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A short person.
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A life-size anatomical model used as a teaching aid.
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An anatomical model of the human body for use in teaching.
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Noun

Singular:
manikin
Plural:
manikins

Origin of manikin

  • Dutch mannekijn from Middle Dutch diminutive of man man man-1 in Indo-European roots

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

Manikin Sentence Examples

  • All learners will be given the opportunity to practice their skills on a resuscitation manikin.

  • Demonstrating the ability to carry out CPR on an adult, child and baby manikin.

  • Perform resuscitation on an approved manikin following the current guidelines.

  • Using a facemask on a suitable manikin, demonstrate rescue breathing for 2 minutes.

  • Demonstrating the ability to CPR carry out on an adult manikin.

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