noun a puppet made from a sock, often used in puppet shows or as a toy
Sock puppet accounts are often used in political campaigns to attack opponents or manipulate public opinion.
In online classrooms or forums, students may create sock puppet accounts to impersonate others or cheat on assignments.
Sock puppet accounts are commonly used to manipulate discussions and spread misinformation on social media platforms.
Some companies use sock puppet accounts to create fake reviews or promote their products/services without disclosing their true identity.
Sock puppet accounts can be used as a tool for cyber attacks, such as spreading malware or phishing scams.
In online gaming communities, players may create sock puppet accounts to harass or cheat other players.