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Definition of Lightning rod

1. Noun. Someone who is a frequent target of negative reactions and serves to distract attention from another.

2. Noun. A metallic conductor that is attached to a high point and leads to the ground; protects the building from destruction by lightning.

Definition of Lightning rod

1. Noun. A metallic conductor that is attached to a high point of a building and leads to the ground and protects the building from damage by lightning ¹

2. Noun. (context: figuratively) A person or thing that is a target for negative reactions and distracts criticism from another target. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Lexicographical Neighbors of Lightning Rod

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