figurehead

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英[ˈfɪɡəhed]
美[ˈfɪɡjərhed]

基本释义

n.
挂名的首脑,傀儡; 装饰船头的人像; 〈谑〉嘴脸

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实用例句

The emperor is a figurehead.

那皇帝是有名无实的首脑.

辞典例句

King is just a figurehead; it's the president who has the real power.

国王仅仅是挂名的首脑, 总统才真正握有实权.

辞典例句

The queen is only a figurehead.

女王只是个首脑.

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He was likely a mere figurehead , unable to capitalize upon his abilities or realize his dreams.

他很可能被架空, 无法充分发挥自己的能力或者实现自己的梦想.

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英英释义

Noun
  • 1. a person used as a cover for some questionable activity

  • 2. figure on the bow of some sailing vessels

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