Representing by means of a figure; emblematic. / Figurative, not literal. / (mathematics, obsolete) Of numbers, describing a geometrical figure. / (obsolete) Pertaining to a figure, shape.

figuratively, in a figurative manner. / In a figurate manner; Using or forming a figure.

plural of figuration

The property of being figurative.

(idiomatic, Canada, US) Used to indicate that a preceding event or statement by another is an unsurprising accompaniment of known facts and circumstances.

One who figures or calculates.

Capable of being brought to a fixed form or shape.

plural of figurer

The quality of being figurable.

Having a determinate form.