dalang — meaning in English
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English meaning
- mastermind noun A person of exceptional intelligence, especially one who plans something complex.
- puppeteer noun A person who operates puppets, especially as a performer.
Senses
dalang is used for these senses in English:
- mastermind (idiomatic) A person responsible for the highest level of planning and execution of a major operation.
- puppeteer A person who uses a puppet.
mastermind — full definition
- noun A person of exceptional intelligence, especially one who plans something complex.
- verb To plan and direct a complicated scheme or operation.
puppeteer — full definition
- noun A person who operates puppets, especially as a performer.
- noun Someone who secretly controls people or events for their own ends.
- verb To control or manipulate someone or something from behind the scenes.