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Definition of Fall guy
1. Noun. A person who is gullible and easy to take advantage of.
Generic synonyms: Dupe, Victim
Derivative terms: Fool, Fool, Gull, Gull, Suck
Definition of Fall guy
1. Noun. one whom is gullible and easily duped ¹
2. Noun. scapegoat ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Lexicographical Neighbors of Fall Guy
Literary usage of Fall guy
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Report of the Congressional Committees Investigating the Iran/Contra Affair by Lee H. Hamilton, Daniel K. Inouye (1995)
"As far back as the early spring of 1984, North said he and Director Casey had
discussed a "fall guy plan."72 Their discussion took place in the context of ..."
2. Annual Bulletin ...: Books Added to the Main (Ryerson) Library by Grand Rapids Public Library (Mich.)., Grand Rapids Public Library (Mich (1913)
"The fall guy ... The fall guy.—The field of honor.— The sleeping column.—The
orator of the day. ..."
3. Republic by Charles Edward Sheehan-miles (2007)
""So, if I get it right, you are going to be the fall guy if this ... You are the
perfect fall guy. Mike, don't let me give you any illusions here, ..."
4. Sunset by Southern Pacific Company, Southern Pacific Company. Passenger Dept (1910)
"Flossie, you go over and put that fall guy wise to this damn fool. Don't let him
out of the house, either, till he's spent his pile. ..."
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