Meaning of the word animatronics in English

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animatronics

US /ˌæn.ə.məˈtrɑː.nɪks/
UK /ˌæn.ɪ.məˈtrɒn.ɪks/
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Noun

the technology of making and operating lifelike robots, typically for entertainment or display.

Example:
The theme park features impressive animatronics in its dinosaur exhibit.
The film used a combination of CGI and practical animatronics for its creatures.