Lightning rod Definition & Meaning

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Lightning rod

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 Related Terms \| Find terms related to Lightning rod: aegis \| arm guard \| backstop \| buffer \| bulwark \| bumper \| contraceptive \| copyright \| crash helmet \| cushion \| dashboard \| dodger \| face mask \| fender \| finger guard \| foot guard \| fuse \| goggles \| governor \| guard \| guardrail \| hand guard \| handrail \| hard hat \| helmet \| insulation \| interlock \| knee guard \| knuckle guard \| laminated glass \| life preserver \| lifeline \| lightning conductor \| mask \| mudguard \| nose guard \| pad \| padding \| palladium \| patent \| pilot \| preventive \| prophylactic \| protective clothing \| protective umbrella \| safeguard \| safety \| safety glass \| safety plug \| safety rail \| safety shoes \| safety switch \| safety valve \| screen \| seat belt \| shield \| shin guard \| sun helmet \| umbrella \| windscreen \| windshield See Also \| conductor \| human \| individual \| mortal \| person \| somebody \| someone \| soul

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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