puppeteer

noun

pup·​pe·​teer ˌpə-pə-ˈtir 

: one who manipulates puppets

Examples of puppeteer in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Some of the ensemble members are puppeteers who control the title character, a realistic puppet able to spread its wings. — Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 23 Aug. 2026

For example, the scene with three puppets in a trench coat attacking one of the pirates required eight puppeteers. — Joe Otterson, Variety, 20 Aug. 2026

Brian Henson’s adventurous stage show featuring improv and sketch comedy with the iconic Henson puppets and puppeteers is back for a limited eight-performance run. — Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 31 July 2026

There was no reliance on rod removal or performer puppeteer removal. — Jeff Spry, Space.com, 18 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1915, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for puppeteer

• auctioneer
• bandelier
• belvedere
• bombardier
• brigadier
• buccaneer
• cavalier
• chandelier
• chanticleer
• chevalier
• commandeer
• disappear

Kids Definition

puppeteer

noun

pup·​pe·​teer ˌpəp-ə-ˈti(ə)r 

: one who works puppets