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.
Wise words
He who speaks without modesty will find it difficult to make
his words good.