(Urban Dictionary http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=red%20herring )
| 1. | red herring | 292 up, 25 down |
In novels, usually mystery novels, a "red herring" is an extraneous character meant to divert the reader's attention from the true killer/robber/etc. It is usually a logical choice for the culprit, but ends up being nothing.
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| 2. | red herring | 123 up, 19 down |
Something used to divert attention form the real matter, issue or object(a dead red herring was often used to confuse or test the scent of a hunting dog)
"That kid was just a red herring to prevent his friends from being caught in the act."
(Has someone cloned my blog? There are videos out there to do that http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YsTBJ0nEOv4 . Hacking is a federal crime folks. Report all incidents!)
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