Meaning of 'Straw man'
What does the saying 'Straw man' mean?
Idiom: Straw man
Meaning:
A straw man is a weak argument that is easily defeated. It can also be a person who is used as to give an illegal or inappropriate activity an appearance of respectability.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Men & women |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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