Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sitting-duck
Noun
/ˈsɪtɪŋ dʌk/
Definition
A person or thing that is vulnerable to attack or criticism.
Examples
- During the debate, he felt like a sitting duck every time his opponent attacked.
- Without proper security, the shop was a sitting duck for thieves.
- In negotiations, revealing your budget makes you a sitting duck for price increases.
Meaning
The term ‘sitting-duck’ refers to someone or something that is in a position of weakness and easy to target, often without any means of defense.
Synonyms
- Target
- Victim
- Easy prey
- Open target
