Associations to the word «Figurehead»
Noun
- Warlord
- Junta
- Carving
- Caliph
- Monarch
- Carver
- Ras
- Clique
- Dictator
- Replica
- Monarchy
- Dockyard
- Rana
- Seaport
- Ruler
- Emperor
- Bellamy
- Coup
- Mast
- Protectorate
- Puppet
- Schooner
- Claimant
- Bow
- Faction
- Stern
- Emir
- Churchyard
- Ship
- Throne
- Sultan
- Peg
- Mao
- Barge
- Presidency
- Dynasty
- Shah
- Revolt
- Regent
- Competence
- Leader
- Frigate
- Prime
- Constitution
- Lion
- President
- Chancellor
- Regime
- Rebellion
- Yacht
Adjective
Wiktionary
FIGUREHEAD, noun. (nautical) A carved figure on the prow of a sailing ship.
FIGUREHEAD, noun. (by extension) Someone in a nominal position of leadership who has no actual power; a front or front man.
Dictionary definition
FIGUREHEAD, noun. A person used as a cover for some questionable activity.
FIGUREHEAD, noun. Figure on the bow of some sailing vessels.
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