A puppet is an object, usually made of cloth or wood, that is manipulated by a puppeteer to create the illusion of life. An INSTRUMENT is an object used to produce music, such as a guitar or piano. A FOOL is someone who acts foolishly or is easily tricked. A DUPE is someone who is tricked or deceived. A STOOGE is someone who is used by another person to do their bidding. A catspaw is someone who is used as a TOOL by another person. A PAWN is someone who is used as a TOOL in a game or other situation. A MARIONETTE is a puppet controlled from above by strings attached to its limbs. A DOLL is a toy in the form of a human figure. A SOCK is a type of puppet made from a SOCK or stocking. A TOOL is an object used to perform a task. A man of straw is someone who is weak and easily manipulated.