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Ventriloquist

Definition:

A ventriloquist is a performer who is skilled in the art of ventriloquism, the practice of making it appear as if an inanimate object or dummy is speaking by manipulating one's voice without moving their mouth.

Sense 1:

Noun: A person who entertains an audience by throwing their voice to make it seem like a puppet or dummy is speaking.

Example sentence: The ventriloquist amazed the crowd as his dummy cracked hilarious jokes with remarkable comedic timing.

Sense 2:

Noun: The art or practice of a ventriloquist.

Example sentence: She dedicated years of practice to perfecting ventriloquism and eventually became a highly acclaimed ventriloquist.

Sense 3:

Adjective: Popular or well-liked at a particular time or place.

Example sentence: The ventriloquist act was the most popular entertainment choice at the local fair.

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