in effigy
With a symbol, usually an effigy, substituted for a real person or thingWith a symbol, usually an effigy, substituted for a real person or thing.
» The dictator was burnt in effigy on the streets of Ibadan.
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1 senses(idiomatic)With a symbol, usually an effigy, substituted for a real person or thing.
to burn in effigy
The politician was hanged in effigy by the crowd.
Examples
1 sentencesThe dictator was burnt in effigy on the streets of Ibadan.