A small figure moved by strings, rods, or a hand

• A marionette, rod puppet, or hand puppet used in shows

A person, leader, or state controlled by another power

A small human-shaped figure; a doll

• An effigy or charm in human form

The upright support holding a lathe spindle bearing

• An old or technical term in machining

To control or manipulate like a puppet

• To direct someone’s actions from behind the scenes