wirepuller
wirepuller · wirepullers
A person who exercises an influence on others that is felt but not seenA person who exercises an influence on others that is felt but not seen.
Meaning
2 senses(idiomatic, informal)A person who exercises an influence on others that is felt but not seen.
Synonym of snake (“tool for pulling cables”).
Origin
From wire + puller, suggesting the operator of a puppet; compare pull strings.From wire + puller, suggesting the operator of a puppet; compare pull strings.
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