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Definitions for: Figurehead
[n] figure on the bow of some sailing vessels
[n] a person used as a cover for some questionable activity
Webster (1913) Definition: Fig"ure*head`, n.
1. (Naut.) The figure, statue, or bust, on the prow of a
ship.
2. A person who allows his name to be used to give standing
to enterprises in which he has no responsible interest or
duties; a nominal, but not real, head or chief.
Synonyms: front, front man, nominal head, straw man
See Also: beguiler, cheat, cheater, deceiver, figure, slicker, trickster
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