かかし
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Meanings
1
usually written using kana alone
A figure placed in fields to scare away birds and animals. The most common and literal meaning.
We set up a scarecrow in the rice field.
Scarecrows are often dressed in old clothes.
2
usually written using kana alone
A person who holds a position but has no real power or is used as a front. Figurative extension of the scarecrow meaning.
He's the company president, but in reality he's just a figurehead.
Expressions
- しかしもかかしもないstop complaining; stop making excuses