What does scarecrow mean?
A person or thing that is intended to scare birds away from a particular area, typically a figure made of straw or other materials and placed in a field. A person who is awkward or inept, especially in a social situation.
Example
"The farmer put up a scarecrow in the middle of the field to keep the crows away from his crops."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.