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figurehead
UK /ˈfɪɡjəɹˌhɛd/
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US /ˈfɪɡjəɹˌhɛd/
A carved figure on the prow of a sailing ship.
figurehead in 30 Seconds
- (noun) A carved figure on the prow of a sailing ship.
- (noun) (by extension) Someone in a nominal position of leadership who has no actual power; a front or front man.
Meanings
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noun A carved figure on the prow of a sailing ship.
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noun (by extension) Someone in a nominal position of leadership who has no actual power; a front or front man.
Summary
A carved figure on the prow of a sailing ship.
- (noun) A carved figure on the prow of a sailing ship.
- (noun) (by extension) Someone in a nominal position of leadership who has no actual power; a front or front man.
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