marionette
nounfeminine/mɐɾjuˈnetɐ/medium
ma·ri·o·ne·ta
Definition
A puppet controlled by strings or by a puppeteer's hands, used in theatrical performances.
The marionette danced gracefully on the small stage.
He has a large collection of antique marionettes.
Common collocations
marionette showstring marionettemarionette theatre
Etymology
Do francês 'marionnette', diminutivo do nome 'Marion' (forma de Marie).