lightning_rod
1. [ noun ] someone who is a frequent target of negative reactions and serves to distract attention from another
Related terms: person
2. [ noun ] (electricity) a metallic conductor that is attached to a high point and leads to the ground; protects the building from destruction by lightning
Synonyms: lightning_conductor
Related terms: conductor
Similar spelling:   lightning_bug
  lightening
  Lightning_Hurler
  lighten_up
  Liechtenstein
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