Marionette

string puppet

noun ma-ri-o-NET-tuh Rare

Origin: from French marionnette

Also means

marionette

Usage Note

Marionette is a puppet worked by strings from above, distinct from the Handpuppe (hand puppet). Figuratively it labels a powerless puppet leader controlled by others.

Examples

"Die Marionette tanzte an dünnen Fäden über die Bühne."

Natural Translation

The marionette danced across the stage on thin strings.

Literal Translation

The marionette danced on thin threads over the stage.

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