👉 In the context of a narrative or story, "figments" refers to specific elements or characters that serve as placeholders for other characters or events in the story. These figurines can be anything from simple objects or creatures that are present but do not play any significant role in the plot, to complex entities that have their own motivations and actions. For example, in a classic novel or short story, the character of the main protagonist might be described as having "figments" of various sorts. These