Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

decoy

noun
/ˈdiːkɔɪ/
Definition
A decoy is something or someone used to lure or mislead someone or something into a trap.
Examples
  • The hunters used a decoy to attract the ducks.
  • She acted as a decoy, giving her friends time to escape.
Meaning
To distract or draw attention away from a target, often for the purpose of capturing or influencing it.
Synonyms
  • trap
  • lure
  • bait
  • distraction