Word Games Pro Dictionary

strawman

noun

An effigy in the shape of a man to frighten birds away from seeds

Quick reference

Word Facts

Word length
8
Starts with
S
Ends with
N
Contains
TR
Scrabble score
13

Listen

Audio Pronunciation

Meaning

Definitions

noun

  1. An effigy in the shape of a man to frighten birds away from seeds

noun

  1. A weak or sham argument set up to be easily refuted

noun

  1. A male person used as a cover for some questionable activity

Similar words

Synonyms

Check yourself

Practise This Word

Three quick questions on this word. Nothing is recorded — practise it as often as you like.

Scroll to Top