lightning conductor

• Dispositivo metálico instalado em edificações ou estruturas para conduzir com segurança as descargas elétricas atmosféricas até o solo, evitando danos. Também é usado em sentido figurado para designar uma pessoa ou coisa que atrai críticas, polêmicas ou reações intensas.

A metal rod or device attached to a building or structure that directs lightning strikes safely into the ground to prevent damage. Also used figuratively to describe a person or thing that attracts criticism, controversy, or strong reactions.

1. Lightning rodB2formal

   A metal rod mounted on a building or structure to protect it from lightning by directing the electrical discharge safely into the ground.

   Para-raios

   • The church installed a lightning conductor on its spire.
   • Lightning conductors are essential for tall buildings in storm-prone areas.
   • The engineer checked the lightning conductor for any damage.

2. Person who attracts criticismC1informalbritish

   A person who attracts a lot of criticism or controversy, often deflecting it from others.

   Para-raios

   • The manager acted as a lightning conductor for the team's complaints.
   • He became a lightning conductor for public anger over the policy.
   • She was a lightning conductor for all the negative press.