Cat's-paw

Noun1.cat's-paw - a person used by another to gain an end
pawn, instrument
assistant, helper, supporter, help - a person who contributes to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose; "my invaluable assistant"; "they hired additional help to finish the work"
2.cat's-paw - a hitch in the middle of rope that has two eyes into which tackle can be hooked
hitch - a knot that can be undone by pulling against the strain that holds it

 

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