stop-motion

noun

stop-mo·​tion ˈstäp-ˈmō-shən 

often attributive

: a filming technique in which successive positions of objects (such as clay models) are photographed to produce the appearance of movement

Examples of stop-motion in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

For many, stop-motion holds a real nostalgia, Henderson said — another theme of the show, dovetailing with Michael’s yearning. — Laura Zornosa, Los Angeles Times, 28 Oct. 2026

The blend of traditional and stop-motion animation is impressive, as is Kevin Michael Richardson’s Venom voice. — Joshua Kurp, Vulture, 26 Oct. 2026

However, this movie carries a hefty $100 million price tag (stop-motion animation is labor-intensive and takes years to produce) and likely won’t turn a theatrical profit. — Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 25 Oct. 2026

Condé Nast Traveler spoke with Wildwood director Travis Knight on the inspiration behind this exhilarating, stop-motion saga that takes place not too far from home. — Kat Chen, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1912, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for stop-motion

• commotion
• demotion
• devotion
• emotion
• laotian
• promotion
• locomotion
• lotion
• notion
• ocean
• potion