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lightning rod noun

  /ˈlaɪtnɪŋ ˌɹɒd/
  • A metallic conductor that is attached to a high point of a building and leads to the ground to protect the building from damage by lightning.
 громоотво́д, молниеотво́д
  • (figuratively) A person or thing that is a target for negative reactions and distracts criticism from another target.
 козёл отпуще́ния, стре́лочник
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