Word Meaning

Meaning of figurehead

- The figure, statue, or bust, on the prow of a ship.
- A person who allows his name to be used to give standing to enterprises in which he has no responsible interest or duties; a nominal, but not real, head or chief.

Crossword clue for figurehead

- A carved bust on the prow of an old sailing ship
- Carving on ship’s bow
- Front man
- Merely nominal leader
- Ship’s bow sculpture