"Scarecrows" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Scarecrows are objects, usually in the form of a human figure made of straw, fabric, or other materials, placed in a field to scare away birds, such as crows, from crops. They are often associated with agriculture and farming, particularly in regions where bird damage to crops can be a significant problem.
The term "scarecrow" can also be used metaphorically to refer to a person or thing that serves as a warning or a deterrent, such as a person who serves as a warning to others by their shabby or menacing appearance.
The quality of being rare or hard to find, making something valuable or desirable.<br><br>Example: The scarcity of fresh water in the desert made every drop very precious.<br><br>Synonyms: rarity, Unavailability, sparsity.
A person who is excessively fearful or timid, often to the point of being hesitant or unwilling to take risks. They may be afraid of new or unfamiliar things, people, or situations.