What is another word for ventriloquism dummy?
Pronunciation: [vɛntɹˈɪləkwˌɪzəm dˈʌmi] (IPA) 
Ventriloquism dummy is a term that refers to the artificial doll or puppet used by ventriloquists to create the illusion of talking with their mouths closed. There are several synonyms used for this term, including puppet, dummie, figure, mannequin, an inanimate object, marionette, and a wooden figure. Some puppets have faces that can be manipulated to change expressions, while others have fixed facial features. A wooden figure of a human being is often used as a ventriloquism dummy as it is easy to manipulate. Regardless of the synonym used, a ventriloquist dummy is an essential tool that brings out the art of ventriloquism in any performance.
