TechnologyAugust 16, 2026

animatronic

AN-uh-muh-TRAH-nik

Definition

Relating to the use of robotic devices designed to mimic the appearance and movements of living creatures for entertainment or display.

Etymology

Derived from a blend of 'animate' and 'electronic,' this term emerged in the mid-20th century to describe lifelike, remote-controlled or programmed mechanical puppets.

In the news

The article uses the term to describe robotic figures in a Buddhist museum that physically recreate scenes from the life of the Buddha.

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The Kathmandu Post

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