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Decoy (Noun)

Meaning 1

A beguiler who leads someone into danger (usually as part of a plot).

Classification

Nouns denoting people.

Synonyms

  • Steerer

Hypernyms

  • Slicker
  • Cheat
  • Confederate
  • Cheater
  • Trickster
  • Beguiler

Meaning 2

Something used to lure fish or other animals into danger so they can be trapped or killed.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Synonyms

  • Lure
  • Bait

Hypernyms

  • Device

Hyponyms

  • Stool Pigeon
  • Fisherman's Lure
  • Chum
  • Ground Bait

Related Words

  • Decoy (verb)
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