Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
aunt-sally
Noun
/ˈænt ˈsæli/
Definition
Aunt Sally refers to a type of target used in games or a slang term for a fictional character or situation that is easy to criticize or defeat.
Examples
- During the debate, the politician set up an Aunt Sally to distract from the real issues.
- Don’t just knock down Aunt Sally; let’s focus on the actual problem at hand.
Meaning
In a colloquial sense, Aunt Sally is often used to describe an argument or a point that is easily attacked, serving as a straw man in discussions.
Synonyms
- straw man
- easy target
- scapegoat
