English Explanatory Dictionary

lightning rod

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A metallic conductor that is attached to a high point of a building and leads to the ground to protect the building from damage by lightning.
  2. A person or thing that is a target for negative reactions and distracts criticism from another target.

Pronunciation

/ˈlaɪtnɪŋ ˌɹɒd/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-lightning rod.wav LL-Q1860 (eng)-Flame, not lame-lightning rod.wav

Word forms

lightning rod lightning rods lightning-rod

Synonyms

lightning conductor
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