lightning rod light·ning·rod uncommon noun 1. someone who is a frequent target of negative reactions and serves to distract attention from another Synonymslightning rod 2. a metallic conductor that is attached to a high point and leads to the ground; protects the building from destruction by lightning Synonymslightning rodlightning conductor Related words Broader terms conductorperson WordNet 2.1 (Princeton University). WordNet 2.1 Copyright Princeton University. All rights reserved.
