computer animation
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of computer animation
First recorded in 1965–70
Example Sentences
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The “Toy Story” director had the loudest voice and final say among a group of directors known as the braintrust who provided feedback on every project at the company that created computer animation.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 7, 2026
How you were judged in animation prior to computer animation was on how well could you draw.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 18, 2025
Whether the subject was toys, fish or a cantankerous old man, the Emeryville-based computer animation studio churned out hit after hit.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 19, 2025
The reigning 3D computer animation style, with its smooth surfaces, often bright, even lighting and familiar character designs wasn’t right for the feeling he wanted to foster.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 12, 2025
As its 30th full-length animation, this Walt Disney picture is a musical fairy tale that takes advantage of sophisticated computer animation.
From The Civilization of Illiteracy by Nadin, Mihai
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