animator

noun

an·​i·​ma·​tor ˈa-nə-ˌmā-tər How to pronounce animator (audio)
1
: one that animates
prime animator of the movement
2
: an artist who is involved in creating animated cartoons

Examples of animator in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web In animation, the Canary Islands governmental push to attract companies started slightly earlier, in 2017, and production times are longer, allowing qualified foreign staff more opportunity to train local animators. John Hopewell, Variety, 20 May 2024 Famous alumni include Royals owner Ewing Kauffman and Looney Tunes animator Fritz Freleng. Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 11 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for animator 

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Word History

First Known Use

1611, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of animator was in 1611

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“Animator.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/animator. Accessed 30 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

animator

noun
an·​i·​ma·​tor ˈan-ə-ˌmāt-ər How to pronounce animator (audio)
: someone who makes an animated cartoon
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