animation

The definition of animation is the act of giving life.

(noun)

An artist creating a cartoon is an example of an act of animation.

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See animation in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

  1. an animating or being animated
  2. an animate condition; life
  3. vivacity; brisk, lively quality
  4. the preparation of animated cartoons
  5. animated cartoon

See animation in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun
  1. The act, process, or result of imparting life, interest, spirit, motion, or activity.
  2. The quality or condition of being alive, active, spirited, or vigorous.
  3. a. The art or process of preparing animated cartoons.
    b. An animated cartoon.

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