figure away
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To make an impression; to show off.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Dr. King […] came in, & figured away to his own satisfaction before Mr. Garrick.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “figure away” mean?
To make an impression; to show off.
Is “figure away” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.