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figurehead

The correct spelling is figurehead.

How to pronounce figurehead

/ˈfɪɡjəɹˌhɛd/
noun

IPA: /ˈfɪɡjəɹˌhɛd/

Say it like: Fig-ure-hee-d

The correct spelling is figurehead. A carved figure on the prow of a sailing ship.

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.A carved figure on the prow of a sailing ship.
  2. 2.(by extension) Someone in a nominal position of leadership who has no actual power; a front or front man.

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