Word: Animatronics
Definition:Animatronics is a noun that refers to the technology used to create robots that look and move like animals. These robots are often used in theme parks, such as Disneyland, to entertain people by mimicking real animal movements and behaviors.
Usage Instructions: When using the word "animatronics," you can refer to the robots themselves or the technology behind making them. It is often used in contexts related to entertainment, movies, and theme parks.
Example Sentence: "The animatronics in the theme park made the dinosaur come to life, and it looked so real!"
Advanced Usage: In more advanced discussions, you might talk about the specific techniques involved in animatronics, such as "mechanical engineering," "computer programming," and "puppetry." You can also discuss the artistic aspects of creating lifelike movements and sounds.
Word Variants: - Animatronic (adjective): This describes something related to animatronics. For example, "The animatronic figures in the show were incredibly realistic." - Animator (noun): This refers to a person who creates animations, which can include animatronics or computer-generated imagery (CGI).
Different Meanings:While "animatronics" specifically refers to robotic animals, the word "animation" can refer more broadly to any technique used to create the illusion of movement in images, including cartoons and CGI.
Synonyms: - Robotic animals - Mechanical creatures - Puppetry (in a broader sense, though it can mean something different)
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:There are no specific idioms or phrasal verbs related directly to "animatronics," but you could use phrases like "bring to life" to describe what animatronics do.