No, they are used to scare people in a funny way.
Indonesian dances and to scare away spirits
frighten is a verb. It can be used with both singular and plural subjects and objects, e.g.:They frighten meI frighten them
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Yes, scare is a synonym of frighten if both are used as verbs.
The definition of shoo is a word said to frighten or drive away a person or an animal. For example, a scarecrow is used in one's garden to shoo away unwanted birds.
Kites flying over a house at night in Japan are said to bring good luck and ward off evil spirits. This belief is rooted in Japanese folklore where kites are believed to protect homes and bring blessings to the residents.
Garden gnomes are not known to keep chickens away from a garden or yard. Garden gnomes are generally used as decorative items rather than to frighten birds.
Fireworks were likely first used at Halloween in the late 19th century when Halloween celebrations became popular in the United States. The use of fireworks during Halloween festivities was a way to add excitement and entertainment to the holiday. Over time, fireworks became a common feature of Halloween celebrations in many places around the world.
a disgusting thing used for pranks
The tree was called Pom, its sap was used in all Mayan rituals to scare away evil spirits
In ancient China, mercury was believed to have protective and cleansing properties, and was used in traditional medicine to ward off evil spirits and promote wellness. It was also used in ancient Egypt for similar purposes and in alchemy rituals.
Gargoyles are used mainly for decoration now but originally and still partially now they were used to divert water off of the roofs of the building so the walls don't erode, they have troughs built into the back to carry water.