strawman
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Noun (3)
- a weak or sham argument set up to be easily refutedSynonyms: straw manType of specious argument
- an effigy in the shape of a man to frighten birds away from seedsSynonyms: scarecrowstraw manbird-scarerscarerType of effigy, image
- a male person used as a cover for some questionable activitySynonyms: straw manfront manType of front, man
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Strawman
The first of the series of DoD requirements that led to Ada (Woodenman, Tinman, Ironman, Steelman). Strawman was produced by the HOLWG in Apr 1975.
(1995-01-30)