Meaning Of The Word Red herring

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What's The Definition Of Red herring?

red herring
countable noun: If you say that something is a red herring, you mean that it is not important and it takes your attention away from the main subject or problem you are considering.

red herring in American English
noun: a smoked herring

red herring in British English
a smoked herring
noun: anything that diverts attention from a topic or line of inquiry

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