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ventriloquist

/ˌvɛn.trɪˈloʊ.kɪst/ noun · British & US
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What does ventriloquist mean?

noun

A person who speaks or sings without moving their lips, often as a form of entertainment, or a person who manipulates the voice of another person, often in a puppet or doll.

Example

"The ventriloquist's skills were impressive, as he made it seem like the puppet was speaking on its own."

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