figurehead

(figyər hed′)

noun

  1. a carved figure on the bow of a ship
  2. a person put in a position of leadership because of name, rank, etc., but having no real power, authority, or responsibility

See figurehead in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun
  1. A carved figure on the prow of a ship.
  2. A person given a position of nominal leadership but having no actual authority.

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