Plural of figurehead
regular plural
The plural of figurehead is figureheads.
Forms of figurehead
| Singular | figurehead /ˈfɪɡjəɹˌhɛd/ |
|---|---|
| Plural | figureheads |
| Countable | countable |
Figureheads in a sentence
- But Harry Hopkins was no mere manipulator of people and ideas, no eminence grise masterminding the actions of figureheads.1987 July 12, John A[rthur] Garraty, “Harry’s Luck [book review of Harry Hopkins: Ally of the Poor and Defender of Democracy by George…. From the entry éminence grise
- The long-closed G.W.R. station alongside has a decidedly derelict-looking frontage, with eight gargoyles or figureheads still clinging to the portico.1952 February, R. A. H. Weight, “A Railway Recorder in Wessex”, in Railway Magazine, page 131. From the entry gargoyle
- In particular, Harkaway told him about the unelected offices of the Lord Mayor and the City Remembrancer, who can be mistaken for figureheads but, in fact, have extensive powers.2014 November 16, Ned Beauman, “William Gibson: ‘We always think of ourselves as the cream of creation’”, in The Guardian, →ISSN. From the entry remembrancer
Meaning of figurehead
- noun A carved figure on the prow of a sailing ship.
- noun Someone in a nominal position of leadership who has little to no actual power.
- noun A person's face.
Questions about the plural of figurehead
- What is the plural of figurehead?
- The plural of figurehead is figureheads.
- Is figurehead countable?
- Figurehead is a countable noun.
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