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Lightning rod

Lightning rod Meaning & Definition
Lightning rod Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Lightning rod?

[n] a metallic conductor that is attached to a high point and leads to the ground; protects the building from destruction by lightning
[n] someone who is a frequent target of negative reactions and serves to distract attention from another

Synonyms | Synonyms for Lightning rod: lightning conductor

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See Also | conductor | human | individual | mortal | person | somebody | someone | soul

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