CultureAugust 16, 2026

claymation

KLAY-may-shun

Definition

A style of animation that uses puppets or figures made of clay or similar malleable material, which are slightly reshaped between each frame to create the illusion of movement.

Etymology

A portmanteau created by combining the words 'clay' and 'animation.' The term was trademarked in 1978 by animator Will Vinton to describe his specific style of stop-motion.

In the news

The article uses the term to describe the technical animation style of 'Chicken Run,' highlighting it as a hallmark of Aardman Animations' work.

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