Scarecrow
/ˈskɛrˌkroʊ/
Synonyms
- deterrent
- decoy
- frightener
Slang Meanings
A term for someone who is perceived as silly or incompetent.
Don't be such a scarecrow, just go and ask her out!
A reference to someone who stands around doing nothing.
He was just a scarecrow, watching everyone else work at the party.