fantoccini

/ˌfæntəˈtʃini/
noun
  1. Puppets or marionettes that are moved by strings or wires, especially in a theatrical performance.
    • The fantoccini show at the fair amazed the children with its dancing puppets.
    • He learned to operate fantoccini from a master puppeteer in Italy.
    • The theater featured a performance of fantoccini with elaborate costumes.
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