patsy

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Noun : A person who is gullible and easy to take advantage of; a scapegoat or dupe : A "patsy" is someone who is easily fooled, cheated, or blamed for something, often because they are naive or trusting. Usage The word "patsy" is used to describe a person who is a victim of deception or a setup. It often implies that the person is an unwitting participant who bears the blame or suffe...