animatronics

noun

an·​i·​ma·​tron·​ics ˌa-nə-mə-ˈträ-niks How to pronounce animatronics (audio)
plural in form but singular or plural in construction
: technology dealing with animatronic animation

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Fans of Tim Burton's Frankenweenie were treated to an animatronics line in June, featuring an over 5-foot tall Victor, Emily, along with a 2-foot tall Sparky. Ramon Padilla, USA Today, 18 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for animatronics

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First Known Use

1971, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of animatronics was in 1971

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“Animatronics.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/animatronics. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025.

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