patum

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Etymology

From earlier *potum by dissimilation, from pota (paw) +‎ -um.

Pronunciation

Noun

patum f (plural patums)

  1. (folklore) A cardboard figure of a fantastic beast that is paraded through the streets at certain popular festivals.
    Synonym: tarasca
  2. (figurative) A person whose popularity is due to reasons other than their own merits.

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