释义 |
per·son·age \-s(ə)nij, -nēj\ noun (-s) Etymology: Middle English, from Middle French personnage, from persone, personne person + -age — more at person 1. a. archaic : the physical form or appearance of a person : form, bearing, and stature of one's body b. obsolete : a person of specified bodily form or makeup 2. a. obsolete : a representation of a human being b. : the human figure as an element in design (as for a tapestry) 3. : a person of rank, note, or distinction : an eminent man or woman; especially : one distinguished for presence and personal power < fast becoming a personage > 4. obsolete : one's self, personality, or personal identity : one's character or status as an individual 5. : a dramatic, fictional, or historical character; also : a character as assumed or represented : impersonation 6. : a human individual : a person not meriting specific identification |