What does stop-motion mean?
Stop-motion means (uncountable, photography) An animation technique wherein physical objects are slightly altered and photographed one picture at a time to give an illusion of movement when displayed in sequence..
Stop-motion
Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
Meaning
(uncountable, photography) An animation technique wherein physical objects are slightly altered and photographed one picture at a time to give an illusion of movement when displayed in sequence..
Definitions by Sense
- (uncountable, photography) An animation technique wherein physical objects are slightly altered and photographed one picture at a time to give an illusion of movement when displayed in sequence.
- (countable) A device used for automatically stopping a machine or engine when a fault or error is detected.
Example Sentences
Jan Švankmajer’s stop-motion looks angry, rough, and primal; Henry Selick’s is so polished and smooth that it resembles CGI.
Synonyms for stop-motion
Antonyms for stop-motion
Related Words
Word Forms
- stop-motions
- stop motion
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for stop-motion?
Common synonyms include stop-go animation.
What is the opposite of stop-motion?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use stop-motion in a sentence?
Jan Švankmajer’s stop-motion looks angry, rough, and primal; Henry Selick’s is so polished and smooth that it resembles CGI.
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