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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

scarecrow

/ˈskɛrkrəʊ/ noun · British & US
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What does scarecrow mean?

noun

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."

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