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Chinese
Etymology
Sense "sockpuppet" originated from one of Chinese comedian Zhao Benshan's works.
Pronunciation
Noun
馬甲
- horse armor
- (fashion) corset (particularly a form of corset popular in China in the early 20th century)
- (Wu) vest; sleeveless garment
- Synonyms: 背心 (bèixīn), 䘥仔 (kah-á) (Hokkien)
- (colloquial) camouflage
- (Internet) sock puppet (alternative pseudonymous online account, especially one used for abuse)
- Synonyms: 傀儡 (kuǐlěi), 小號／小号 (xiǎohào)
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