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Definition puppet in American English

puppet noun

[countable] noun
/ˈpʌpɪt/
1

a small model of a person or animal that you can move by pulling wires or strings, or by putting your hand inside it

Example

Most kids love puppet shows.

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Example

The country was regarded as a U.S. puppet.

Example

a puppet regime

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Definition puppet in American English