FIGUREHEAD


Meaning of FIGUREHEAD in English

ˈ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ noun

1. : the figure, statue, or bust on the bow of a ship at the stemhead

2. : a nominal but not real head or chief ; especially : one who allows his name to be used to give standing to enterprises in which he has no responsible interest or duties

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