figurehead in Italian
figurehead in Italian
polena
(nautical) A carved figure on the prow of a sailing ship.
fantoccio
(by extension) Someone in a nominal position of leadership who has little to no actual power.
prestanome
(by extension) Someone in a nominal position of leadership who has little to no actual power.
uomo di paglia
(by extension) Someone in a nominal position of leadership who has little to no actual power.