Lay figure and Sham

Lay figure noun - One that is or can be used to further the purposes of another.

Sham and lay figure are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Sham" instead a noun phrase "Lay figure".

Sham noun - A poor, insincere, or insulting imitation of something.

Lay figure and sham are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Lay figure" instead a noun "Sham".

Nearby Word: shame