Red herring

noun

Word Frequency: 0.4

Definitions

1.nounA herring that is cured in smoke and brine strong enough to turn the flesh red; a type of kipper.

2.nounA clue, information, argument etc. that is or is intended to be misleading, diverting attention from the real answer or issue.

3.nounA red herring prospectus.

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