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

The film is a stop-motion animation feature that blends deadpan wit and surreal situations into a reflection on existential whiplash. —Leo Barraclough, Variety, 13 May 2026

Laika fans got a Cannes treat on Tuesday, when the studio behind Coraline and ParaNorman unveiled the first teaser trailer for its upcoming stop-motion feature Wildwood. —Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 13 May 2026

With its handmade stop-motion art style and heartfelt storytelling, the game honors cultural memory and centers a Black woman’s healing journey with exceptional craft in this meaningful exploration of personal and collective weight. —Patrick Hipes, Deadline, 23 Apr. 2026

Tumble Leaf' Told in an enchanting stop-motion style, Tumble Leaf is about Fig the fox and his friends, who spend all day playing and learning. —Kara Nesvig, Parents, 12 Apr. 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