-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