Meaning of the word animations in English

What does animations mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

animations

US /ˌæn.ɪˈmeɪ.ʃənz/
UK /ˌæn.ɪˈmeɪ.ʃənz/

Plural Noun

1.

the technique of photographing successive drawings or positions of puppets or models to create an illusion of movement when the movie is shown as a sequence

Example:
The studio is famous for its classic hand-drawn animations.
Modern films often use computer-generated animations for special effects.
2.

the state of being full of life or vigor; liveliness

Example:
Her face was full of animations as she told the exciting story.
The speaker delivered his speech with great animations and gestures.