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English language; What is the difference between a manikin and mannequin?
  

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Hi, The two words include similar meanings. A good dictionary will give details. Here are a few brief comments.

  • Hi, The two words include similar meanings.
  • A good dictionary will give details.
  • Here are a few brief comments.
  • manikin - The word is seldom used.
  • Makes me think first of a little person, perhaps a dwarf.
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Hi,



The two words include similar meanings. A good dictionary will give details.



Here are a few brief comments.



manikin - The word is seldom used. Makes me think first of a little person, perhaps a dwarf. The word sounds archaic.



mannequin - A common word. Mainly used to mean a dummy figure used in a clothe

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