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Definition of ventriloquism

ventriloquism

/vɛnˈtrɪləkwɪzəm/
ven · tril · o · quism
Adverb:ventriloquially
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Adjective:ventriloquial
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ventriloquism Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The stagecraft and vocal art of speaking or uttering sounds without moving the lips, creating the illusion that the voice is coming from another source, such as a puppet or dummy.

Example

"The performer's mastery of ventriloquism convinced the audience that the wooden puppet was arguing with him on its own."

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• Nearby Words

ventilator
ventless
ventricle
ventriloquism
ventriloquist
ventspils
ventura

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 18th century from Late Latin 'ventriloquus', combining 'venter' (belly) and 'loqui' (to speak), reflecting the ancient belief that such voices originated from the speaker's stomach.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Ventriloquism. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/ventriloquism
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