animatronic

[US]/ˌænɪməˈtrɒnɪk/
[UK]/ˌænɪməˈtrɑːnɪk/
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Translation

adj.relating to or denoting a mechanical device designed to replicate the movements and appearance of an animal or human using electronics and robotics
n.a mechanical robot that imitates the movements and appearance of an animal or human, often used in films or theme parks
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the museum features a lifelike animatronic dinosaur that moves its head and roars.

disneyland is famous for using advanced animatronic figures in their classic rides.

technicians spent hours repairing the complex animatronic robot before the show.

horror movies often use spooky animatronic monsters to create realistic jump scares.

the children were amazed by the singing animatronic band at the pizza restaurant.

engineers programmed the animatronic eyes to follow the movement of the audience.

building a custom animatronic prop requires skills in mechanics and sculpture.

theme park visitors often mistake the realistic animatronic bird for a real animal.

the filmmaker preferred using an animatronic effect over computer-generated imagery.

a sudden power failure caused the animatronic skeleton to freeze in place.

the horror attraction features a terrifying animatronic clown holding a balloon.

the designer gave the animatronic hands articulated fingers for greater realism.

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