sock puppet

Meaning

Noun

1. A puppet made from a sock placed over a hand.
2. Synonym of puppet (“a person completely controlled by another”)
3. (Internet, derogatory) An alternative pseudonymous online account, especially one used for abuse.

Verb

To create or use a sock puppet (alternative user account).

Translations

Sockenpuppe

sokpop

faux-nez

marionnette

usuario títere

sockpuppet

fantoche de meia

marioneta de calcetín

títere de mano

poupée de chiffon

Handpuppe

fantoche

Etymology

From sock + puppet.