Meaning of flak-catcher | Babel Free
Definitions
Noun. [C1]
Examples
“Joseph especially had been the ideal "flak-catcher” ready to turn⟳ the other cheek when abused.”
“I try⟳ to think⟳ of a new way of asking the Health Department's nominated flak-catcher, junior minister David Mellor, about the impending back-bench revolt over health charges.”
“Is the flak-catcher going to tell⟳ you not to call⟳ The Boss? It's possible, but if you invite⟳ him to the meeting too, he'll have⟳ a tough time justifying the demand⟳.”
CEFR level
C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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