The phrase "sock puppet" refers to someone pretending to be a different person online. It means creating a fake identity to deceive or manipulate others on the internet. Full definition
Peer reviews seem like an obvious solution, but a string of sock puppet scandals last year has shown that reviews are not always trustworthy. (thecreativepenn.com)
None of us want to return to the days of rampant sock puppet reviews — or at least we shouldn't. (madgeniusclub.com)
While a home - made sock puppet may not appeal to the 16 - year - old on your list, there are green gift options that teens and adult recipients will enjoy. (remonline.com)